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Code of Virginia
Title 62.1. Waters of the State, Ports and Harbors
Chapter 3.6. Potomac River Riparian Rights Act
12/1/2023

§ 62.1-44.116. Assistance by Board in riparian disputes.

In the event non-Virginia claimants question or seek to abridge the riparian use of the waters of the Potomac River by Virginia riparian owners, the State Water Control Board shall advise and assist such riparian owners in the proper exercise and protection of their rights, giving due consideration to the rights of others and to the wise use of the water, and the Board shall assist in the resolution of conflicts concerning such rights.

1979, c. 307.

The chapters of the acts of assembly referenced in the historical citation at the end of this section may not constitute a comprehensive list of such chapters and may exclude chapters whose provisions have expired.