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HomeWater CodeDiv. 7Ch. 7Art. 6§ 13541 Waste Well Definition

§ 13541 Waste Well Definition

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§ 13541 Waste Well Definition

Key Takeaways

  • •A 'waste well' is any hole in the ground made to throw away trash or waste.
  • •It doesn’t matter if the hole is dug by hand or with a machine—it’s still a waste well.
  • •Even if the hole isn’t being used yet, if it was made to dump waste, it counts.

Example

A farmer digs a deep hole in their field to dump old farm trash like broken tools and chemical containers.

This hole is a 'waste well' because it was made to get rid of waste, even if it’s not full yet.

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

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§ 13541 Waste Well Definition

As used in this article, “waste well” includes any hole dug or drilled into the ground, used or intended to be used for the disposal of waste. (Added by Stats. 1969, Ch. 482.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

waste welldisposal of waste

Related Statutes

  • § 13540 Domestic Water Well Protection
  • § 1485 Wastewater Reuse Permit Rules
  • § 1486 Wastewater Discharge Water Rights
  • § 4325 Watermaster Fund Collection Procedure
  • § 4326 Water Association Expense Agreement

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 13541.
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