11.023 – PURPOSES FOR WHICH WATER MAY BE APPROPRIATED. (a)
Texas Water Code § 11.023
Summary
This law outlines the permissible uses for appropriating state water in Texas, ensuring that water can be used for domestic, municipal, agricultural, and industrial purposes. It also emphasizes the need to consider downstream flow and environmental needs before water can be appropriated.
State water can be appropriated for domestic and municipal uses.
Agricultural and industrial uses are also permitted.
Downstream flow needs must be considered before appropriation.
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