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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 4Art. 3§ 6112 Dam And Reservoir Control

§ 6112 Dam And Reservoir Control

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§ 6112 Dam And Reservoir Control

Key Takeaways

  • •The government is in charge of a dam or reservoir until it's safe.
  • •They stay in control until the emergency is over.
  • •They won't leave until everything is fixed and safe.

Example

A big storm damages a dam, and it might break.

The government takes over the dam and fixes it. They stay in charge until the dam is safe and the storm is over.

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

Official Source
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§ 6112 Dam And Reservoir Control

The department shall continue in full charge and control of such dam or reservoir, or both, and its appurtenances until they are rendered safe or the emergency occasioning the action has ceased. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1225.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

damreservoirappurtenancesemergency

Related Statutes

  • § 13249 Water Quality Funding Acceptance
  • § 6077 Dam And Reservoir Approval
  • § 6081 Dam Safety Risk Assessment
  • § 6111 Emergency Reservoir Water Release
  • § 6113 Dam Safety Cost Recovery

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6112.
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