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§ 8706.5. — 8706.5. (Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 639, Sec. 3.)

California § 8706.5.
JurisdictionCalifornia
Code WATWater Code - WAT
Div. 5.DIVISION 5. FLOOD CONTROL
Part 4.PART 4. THE CENTRAL VALLEY FLOOD PROTECTION BOARD
Ch. 3.CHAPTER 3. Powers, Duties and Jurisdiction
Art. 6.ARTICLE 6. Enforcement of Unauthorized Activities and Encroachments

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Any activity that does or may interfere with, obstruct the performance, maintenance, or operation of, or otherwise adversely affect facilities of the State Plan of Flood Control, designated floodways, or streams that are regulated by the board constitutes a public nuisance, and the board may commence and maintain a suit in the name of the people of the state for the prevention or abatement of that nuisance.

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Legislative History

Added by Stats. 2013, Ch. 639, Sec. 3. (SB 753) Effective January 1, 2014.

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