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HomeWater CodeDiv. 7Ch. 3Art. 4§ 13166 Water Quality Data Program

§ 13166 Water Quality Data Program

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§ 13166 Water Quality Data Program

Key Takeaways

  • •The state must create a system to store and share water quality information.
  • •This system should work with other agencies' data systems to avoid duplication.
  • •The goal is to make water quality data easy to find and use.

Example

A scientist wants to check if a lake is safe for swimming.

The state's water quality system will have the latest test results from that lake, shared by different agencies, so the scientist can quickly find the answer.

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

Official Source
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§ 13166 Water Quality Data Program

The state board, with the assistance of the regional boards, shall prepare and implement a statewide water quality information storage and retrieval program. Such program shall be coordinated and integrated to the maximum extent practicable with data storage and retrieval programs of other agencies. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 482.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

state boardregional boardsstatewide water quality information storage and retrieval program

Related Statutes

  • § 13163 State Water Quality Investigations
  • § 13164 Regional Water Quality Plans
  • § 13168 Regional Board Funding Allocation
  • § 13171 Water Quality Coordinating Committee
  • § 13160 State Water Pollution Control

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 13166.
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