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HomeWater CodeDiv. 3Pt. 1Ch. 7Art. 6§ 6404 Dam Construction Compliance Orders

§ 6404 Dam Construction Compliance Orders

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§ 6404 Dam Construction Compliance Orders

Key Takeaways

  • •If you're building or fixing a dam and not following the approved plans, the government will notice.
  • •They will send you a written warning by mail or in person to tell you to fix it.
  • •You have to follow the plans exactly—no shortcuts or changes without approval.

Example

A company is building a dam but decides to use cheaper materials than what was approved.

The government checks the work and sees the wrong materials. They send a letter telling the company to stop and fix it using the approved materials.

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

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§ 6404 Dam Construction Compliance Orders

If at any time during construction, enlargement, repair, or alterations of any dam or reservoir the department finds that the work is not being done in accordance with the provisions of the approval and the approved plans and specifications or in accordance with the approval and revised plans and specifications, it shall give a written notice and order by registered mail or by personal service to the owner. (Amended by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1225.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

constructionenlargementrepairalterationsdamreservoirapproved plans and specificationswritten notice and order

Related Statutes

  • § 6400 Dam Inspection Compliance
  • § 6351 Dam Enlargement Requirements
  • § 6354 Dam Inspection Requirement
  • § 6362 Dam Inspection After Repairs
  • § 6372 Dam Removal Safety Inspection

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 6404.
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