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Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-104 Definitions
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(1) Except as modified below, the definitions contained in Title 1 shall apply in this chapter. (2) "Board" means the State Water Control Board. However, when used outside the context of the promulgation of regulations, including regulations to establish general permits, pursuant…
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-105 Impoundment of diffused surface waters
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Diffused surface waters may be captured and impounded by the owner of the land on which they are present and, when so impounded, become the property of that owner. Such impoundment shall not cause damage to others; however, the owner of land on which an impounding structure as de…
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-106 When floodwaters may be captured and stored by riparian owners
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Water in watercourses which is over and above the average flow of the stream may, upon approval, be captured and stored by riparian owners for their later use under the following conditions: (1) As a result of the capture and storage of such waters, there will be no damage to oth…
Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-107 Application for leave to store floodwaters; notice to interested persons and to State Water Control Board
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Any riparian owner, or riparian owners, desiring to store floodwaters under the conditions specified in § 62.1-106 may apply for leave so to do to the circuit court of the county or city wherein the impounding structure is proposed to be built. Such application shall be made by p…