11.0235[1/2] – POLICY REGARDING WATERS OF THE STATE. (a) The
Texas Water Code § 11.0235[1/2]
Summary
This law establishes that the waters of Texas are held in public trust and can only be used as permitted by law. It emphasizes the importance of maintaining the ecological health of the state's water bodies for public welfare and encourages voluntary stewardship efforts.
Waters are held in trust for public use.
Water appropriation requires legal authorization.
Encourages voluntary stewardship for ecological health.
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