RCW 90.16.030
Right of eminent domain by water power companies.
The right of eminent domain for the purpose of appropriating real estate is hereby extended to all corporations that are now or that may hereafter be incorporated under the laws of this state, or of any state or territory of the United States and doing business in this state, for the purpose of conveying water by ditches, flumes, pipe lines, tunnels or any other means for the utilization of water power: PROVIDED, HOWEVER, That said right of eminent domain shall not be exercised in respect to any residence or business structure or structures.
[ 1901 c 143 § 1; RRS § 11572. FORMER PART OF SECTION: 1901 c 143 § 3; RRS § 11574, now codified as RCW 90.16.045.]
Structure Revised Code of Washington
Title 90 - Water Rights—Environment
Chapter 90.16 - Appropriation of Water for Public and Industrial Purposes.
90.16.010 - Appropriation by certain water companies.
90.16.020 - Appropriation for industrial purposes.
90.16.025 - Appropriation for industrial purposes—Procedure.
90.16.030 - Right of eminent domain by water power companies.
90.16.040 - Right of eminent domain by water power companies—Right of entry.
90.16.045 - Right of eminent domain by water power companies—Procedure.
90.16.090 - Disposition of fees.
90.16.100 - Appropriation of lands by corporations conveying water.