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HomeWater CodeDiv. 11Pt. 5Ch. 2Art. 1§ 22231 District Water Equipment Authority

§ 22231 District Water Equipment Authority

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§ 22231 District Water Equipment Authority

Key Takeaways

  • •A water district can buy or use equipment to control and use water.
  • •The equipment must be needed or helpful for managing water.
  • •They can do this by making a contract.

Example

A town needs more water for farms during a dry summer.

The water district can sign a deal to buy pumps or pipes to move water where it's needed.

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

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§ 22231 District Water Equipment Authority

A district by contract may acquire and operate any needed or desirable equipment to put water under its control to any beneficial use. (Added by Stats. 1943, Ch. 372.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

districtcontractbeneficial usewater under its control

Related Statutes

  • § 22076 District Water Use Authority
  • § 22225 District Authority Powers
  • § 22226 District Water Collection Works
  • § 22227 Water Storage Conduit Rights
  • § 22228 Water Rights Exchange Agreements

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 22231.
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