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Virginia Administrative Code
Title 4. Conservation And Natural Resources
Agency 50. Virginia Soil And Water Conservation Board
Chapter 20. Impounding Structure Regulations
1/14/2026

4VAC50-20-500. Registering for coverage under the general permit.

A. Pursuant to § 10.1-605.3 of the Code of Virginia, the owner of a low hazard potential impounding structure shall apply for general permit coverage from the board in accordance with 4VAC50-20-502, except as provided for in 4VAC50-20-501.

B. Holders of a either a regular or conditional Operation and Maintenance Certificate for a low hazard potential impounding structure shall be transitioned to general permit coverage upon the expiration of the certificate. In lieu of a certificate renewal, registration coverage materials pursuant to 4VAC50-20-502 shall be submitted to the department 90 days prior to the expiration of the certificate.

Statutory Authority

§ 10.1-605.3 of the Code of Virginia.

Historical Notes

Derived from Virginia Register Volume 42, Issue 9, eff. January 14, 2026.

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