2025 Session
Last amended: 1990 session
§ 103A.203 — Hydropower Policy
Plain-Language Summary
This section establishes public participation requirements for water resources planning.
103A.203 HYDROPOWER POLICY.
The legislature finds that:
(1) the public health, safety, and welfare of the state are also promoted by the use of state waters to produce hydroelectric or hydromechanical power in a manner consistent with laws relating to dam construction, reconstruction, repair, and maintenance; and
(2) the leasing of existing dams and potential dam sites primarily for power generation is a valid public purpose.
History:
History: History:
1990 c 391 art 1 s 4
Practical Notes
The public has a right to participate in water planning decisions. Public hearings and comment periods ensure citizen input into water management policies.