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GENERAL PROVISIONS›CHAPTER 4. Geothermal Resources 3700-3776

§ 3746

California Public Resources Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-09-27 · California

Before abandoning any well in accordance with methods approved by the supervisor or the district deputy, and under his direction, the owner or operator shall use every reasonable effort and endeavor to protect any underground or surface water suitable for irrigation or domestic purposes from the infiltration or addition of any detrimental substances.

(Added by Stats. 1965, Ch. 1483.)

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