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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 2§ 6025 Dam And Reservoir Regulation

§ 6025 Dam And Reservoir Regulation

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§ 6025 Dam And Reservoir Regulation

Key Takeaways

  • •The state is in charge of all rules and checks for dams and reservoirs.
  • •No other group or city can make their own rules for dams—the state handles it all.
  • •This law was made to keep things safe and the same everywhere in the state.

Example

A town wants to build a new dam to store water for farms.

The town can't make its own rules for building or checking the dam. They have to follow the state's rules, and the state will inspect it to make sure it's safe.

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

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§ 6025 Dam And Reservoir Regulation

It is the intent of the Legislature by this part to provide for the regulation and supervision of dams and reservoirs exclusively by the State. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

damsreservoirsregulationsupervisionState

Related Statutes

  • § 6026 Local Dam Regulation Limits
  • § 6467 Dam Construction Supervision
  • § 1051.1 Inspection Authority And Warrants
  • § 1058.5 Emergency Water Conservation Rules
  • § 10608.12 Water Use Definitions

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6025.
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