For the purpose of implementing the public policy declared in section two of this article, there is hereby established a natural stream preservation system to be composed of streams designated by the Legislature as "protected streams," and these shall be administered for the use and enjoyment of the citizens of West Virginia in such manner as will leave them unimpaired for future use and enjoyment as free-flowing streams, and so as to provide for the protection and the preservation of these streams in their natural character.
Structure West Virginia Code
Chapter 22. Environmental Resources
Article 13. Natural Streams Preservation Act
§22-13-2. Declaration of Public Policy
§22-13-4. Establishment of Natural Stream Preservation System
§22-13-5. Designation of Protected Streams
§22-13-6. General Powers and Duties of Director With Respect to Protected Streams
§22-13-7. When Permits Required; When Permits Not to Be Issued
§22-13-8. Application for Permit; Form of Application; Information Required; Fees
§22-13-9. Procedure for Issuance or Denial of Permit; Transfer of Permits
§22-13-10. Inspections; Orders to Compel Compliance With Permits; Service of Order
§22-13-11. Appeal to Environmental Quality Board
§22-13-12. Actions to Abate Nuisances; Injunctive Relief
§22-13-13. Priority of Actions