California · Fish and Game Code - FGC

FGC §5947: It is unlawful for the owner of a dam in District 4 1 2 to release water from the dam, or any facilities for the generation of hydroelectric energy operated in connection therewith, in varying flows i

Misdemeanor

What this law says, in plain English

Dam owners in District 412 cannot release water in ways that destroy fish life downstream from the dam or hydroelectric facilities.

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It is unlawful for the owner of a dam in District 4 1 2 to release water from the dam, or any facilities for the generation of hydroelectric energy operated in connection therewith, in varying flows in such a manner as to destroy fish life below such release.

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