California · Water Code
WAT §6200: Construction of any new dam or reservoir or the enlargement of any dam or reservoir shall not be commenced until the owner has applied for and obtained from the department written approval of plans an
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A person cannot begin constructing a new dam or reservoir, or enlarging an existing one, without first obtaining written approval of plans from the department.
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