California · Water Code
WAT §1242.5: The board, subject to the provisions of Section 100 and whenever it is in the public interest, may approve appropriation by storage of water to be released for the purpose of protecting or enhancing t
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A board may approve water storage and release for protection or enhancement purposes when in the public interest, subject to Section 100.
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The board, subject to the provisions of Section 100 and whenever it is in the public interest, may approve appropriation by storage of water to be released for the purpose of protecting or enhancing the quality of other waters which are put to beneficial uses.
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