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HomeWater CodeDiv. 6Pt. 2.2Ch. 6§ 10550 Water Quality Funding Limits

§ 10550 Water Quality Funding Limits

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§ 10550 Water Quality Funding Limits

This law says that projects or plans cannot get money if they break water quality rules set by the state or federal government.

Key Takeaways

  • •Projects that harm water quality won't get government funding.
  • •Both state and federal water rules must be followed to get money.
  • •This applies to any plan or project asking for government funds.

Example

A company wants to build a factory near a river and asks the government for money to help pay for it.

If the factory will dump dirty water into the river, the government cannot give them money because it breaks water quality laws.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 10550 Water Quality Funding Limits

The plan or project shall not be funded pursuant to this part if it would fund activities inconsistent with applicable state and federal water quality laws. (Added by Stats. 2008, 2nd Ex. Sess., Ch. 1, Sec. 5. Effective March 1, 2009.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

plan or projectfundedactivities inconsistentapplicable state and federal water quality laws

Related Statutes

  • § 10548 Local Agency Powers Preserved
  • § 10549 Water Rights Limitations
  • § 10608.52 Water Use Reporting Form
  • § 10727 Groundwater Sustainability Plans
  • § 10727.2 Groundwater Plan Requirements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 10550.
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