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HomeWater CodeDiv. 2Pt. 2Ch. 2Art. 1§ 1256 Water Resource Planning Considerations

§ 1256 Water Resource Planning Considerations

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§ 1256 Water Resource Planning Considerations

This law says that when deciding what's best for the public about water, the board must look at big plans like The California Water Plan to help control, protect, and use water wisely.

Key Takeaways

  • •The board must think about big water plans when making decisions.
  • •The California Water Plan is one of the main plans they look at.
  • •These plans help make sure water is used and protected in the best way for everyone.

Example

A town wants to build a new dam to store more water.

The board will check The California Water Plan to see if building the dam fits with the state's big water goals before saying yes or no.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 1256 Water Resource Planning Considerations

In determining public interest under Sections 1253 and 1255, the board shall give consideration to any general or co-ordinated plan looking toward the control, protection, development, utilization, and conservation of the water resources of the State, including The California Water Plan, prepared and published by the Department of Water Resources or any predecessor thereof and any modification thereto as may be adopted by the department or as may be adopted by the Legislature by concurrent resolution or by law. (Amended by Stats. 1959, Ch. 2053.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

public interestcontrol, protection, development, utilization, and conservationThe California Water Plan

Related Statutes

  • § 1253 Water Appropriation Public Interest
  • § 1257 Water Appropriation Considerations
  • § 11200 Project Construction Unity
  • § 11201 Project Unit Authorization
  • § 120 Water Resources Director Appointment

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 1256.
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