§ 2500 Stream System Definition

Water Code·California

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•A 'stream system' means rivers, lakes, and other water bodies, including small streams that feed into them.
•It does not include underground water unless it's a clear, flowing stream under the ground.

Example

A small creek flows into a big river.

The creek and the river are both part of the 'stream system' because they are connected.

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§ 2500 Stream System Definition

As used in this chapter, “stream system” includes stream, lake, or other body of water, and tributaries and contributory sources, but does not include an underground water supply other than a subterranean stream flowing through known and definite channels. (Enacted by Stats. 1943, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

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stream system tributaries contributory sources subterranean stream

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Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
California Legislature. Water Code. Section 2500.

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