Virginia § 62.1-44.116 Assistance by Board in riparian disputes

Virginia Statutes

§ 62.1-44.116 — Assistance by Board in riparian disputes

Virginia § 62.1-44.116

Title 62.1WATERS OF THE STATE, PORTS AND HARBORS

Ch. 3.6POTOMAC RIVER RIPARIAN RIGHTS ACT

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Va. Code Ann. § 62.1-44.116 (2026).

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In the event non-Virginia claimants question or seek to abridge the riparian use of the waters of the Potomac River by Virginia riparian owners, the State Water Control Board shall advise and assist such riparian owners in the proper exercise and protection of their rights, giving due consideration to the rights of others and to the wise use of the water, and the Board shall assist in the resolution of conflicts concerning such rights.

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In the event non-Virginia claimants question or seek to abridge the riparian use of the waters of the Potomac River by Virginia riparian owners, the State Water Control Board shall advise and assist such riparian owners in the proper exercise and protection of their rights, giving due consideration to the rights of others and to the wise use of the water, and the Board shall assist in the resolution of conflicts concerning such rights.