Diffused surface waters may be captured and impounded by the owner of the land on which they are present and, when so impounded, become the property of that owner. Such impoundment shall not cause damage to others; however, the owner of land on which an impounding structure as defined in § 10.1-604 is to be located shall comply with the rules and regulations of the State Water Control Board.
Code 1950, § 62-94.2; 1956, c. 632; 1968, c. 659; 1976, c. 710; 1982, c. 583.
Structure Code of Virginia
Title 62.1 - Waters of the State, Ports and Harbors
Chapter 8 - Impoundment of Surface Waters
§ 62.1-105. Impoundment of diffused surface waters
§ 62.1-106. When floodwaters may be captured and stored by riparian owners
§ 62.1-108. Time and place of hearing on petition; parties
§ 62.1-109. Board to examine petition and report to court
§ 62.1-110. Court to hear and determine issues; reference to commissioner
§ 62.1-111. When leave not granted; terms and conditions; appeals
§ 62.1-112. When leave shall expire
§ 62.1-113. Use of bed of watercourse