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HomeWater CodeDiv. 5Pt. 1Ch. 2Art. 4§ 8128 Riparian And Miner Rights

§ 8128 Riparian And Miner Rights

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§ 8128 Riparian And Miner Rights

Key Takeaways

  • •The government can't make rules that mess with your rights if you own land next to a river or lake.
  • •If you're a miner or own land near water, the government can't force changes that take away your rights.
  • •Any improvements the government wants to make can't ignore your private rights.

Example

You own a farm next to a river and use the water to grow crops.

The government can't make a new rule that stops you from using the river water for your farm.

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

Official Source
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§ 8128 Riparian And Miner Rights

No regulations of the board nor improvements directed by it to be made shall in any manner interfere with the private rights or privileges of riparian owners, miners, or others. (Added by Stats. 1943, Ch. 369.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

boardregulationsimprovementsprivate rightsprivilegesriparian ownersminers

Related Statutes

  • § 8127 Stream And Works Regulations
  • § 12517 Board Procedural Rules
  • § 8129 County Funding For Improvements
  • § 1051.5 Water Trial Distribution Oversight
  • § 1054 Official Acts Certification

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 8128.
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