Title 43, Public LandsRelease 119-110
§390h–18 Irvine Basin Groundwater and Surface Water Improvement Projects
Title 43 › CHAPTER 12 — RECLAMATION AND IRRIGATION OF LANDS BY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT › SUBCHAPTER I — GENERAL PROVISIONS › § 390h–18
Summary
Secretary may work with Irvine Ranch WD to design and construct projects in San Diego Creek Watershed to treat impaired water, reclaim groundwater, and dispose brine; federal share ≤25%, no O&M funds.
Full Legal Text
Title 43, §390h–18
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(a)Authorization
The Secretary, in cooperation with the Irvine Ranch Water District, California, is authorized to participate in the design, planning, and construction of projects to naturally treat impaired surface water, reclaim and reuse impaired groundwater, and provide brine disposal within the San Diego Creek Watershed.
(b)Cost share
The Federal share of the costs of the projects authorized by this section shall not exceed 25 percent of the total cost.
(c)Limitation
The Secretary shall not provide funds for the operation or maintenance of a project authorized by this section.
Legislative History
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Editorial Notes
Prior Provisions
Another section 1636 of Pub. L. 102–575 was renumbered 1637 and is classified to section 390h–19 of this title.
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Citation
43 U.S.C. § 390h–18
Title 43, Public Lands
Last Updated
Sep 22, 2026
Release point: 119-110