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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 6Ch. 4Art. 1§ 12850 Watershed Protection And Flood Prevention

§ 12850 Watershed Protection And Flood Prevention

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§ 12850 Watershed Protection And Flood Prevention

Key Takeaways

  • •This law is about protecting water areas and stopping floods in California.
  • •It gives a special name to a part of the law: 'The California Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Law'.
  • •The main goal is to keep water sources safe and prevent damage from floods.

Example

A river near a town keeps flooding every year and damages houses.

This law helps make rules to protect the river area and stop the floods from hurting people's homes.

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

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§ 12850 Watershed Protection And Flood Prevention

Chapter 4 of this part shall be known and may be cited as “The California Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention Law.” (Added by Stats. 1955, Ch. 1886.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

The California Watershed Protection and Flood Prevention LawChapter 4

Related Statutes

  • § 1120 Water Rights Decision Scope
  • § 1121 Service Of Board Decisions
  • § 13200 Regional Water Basin Divisions
  • § 13201 Regional Water Board Appointments
  • § 13202 Regional Board Member Terms

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 12850.
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