DIVISION 6. CONSERVATION, DEVELOPMENT, AND UTILIZATION OF STATE WATER RESOURCES 10000-12999›PART 3. CENTRAL VALLEY PROJECT 11100-11985›CHAPTER 3. The Department of Water Resources 11419-11465›ARTICLE 3. Limitation of Powers 11460-11465

§ 11460

California Water Code · 2026-09 edition · updated 2026-10-03 · California

In the construction and operation by the department of any project under the provisions of this part a watershed or area wherein water originates, or an area immediately adjacent thereto which can conveniently be supplied with water therefrom, shall not be deprived by the department directly or indirectly of the prior right to all of the water reasonably required to adequately supply the beneficial needs of the watershed, area, or any of the inhabitants or property owners therein.

(Amended by Stats. 1957, Ch. 1932.)

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