No. 28712: R655-12. Requirements for Operational Dams

DAR File No.: 28712
Filed: 05/03/2006, 05:32
Received by: NL

 

NOTICE OF REVIEW AND STATEMENT OF CONTINUATION

Concise explanation of the particular statutory provisions under which the rule is enacted and how these provisions authorize or require the rule:

This rule has been established under the authority of Title 73, Chapter 5a. The statute specifically directs the State Engineer to establish these rules in order to establish the contents of Standard Operating, Emergency Action, and Initial Filling Plans. The rules also establish operational requirements and the minimum standards for existing dams.

 

Summary of written comments received during and since the last five-year review of the rule from interested persons supporting or opposing the rule:

No written comments have been received.

 

Reasoned justification for continuation of the rule, including reasons why the agency disagrees with comments in opposition to the rule, if any:

Title 3, Chapter 5a, specifically directs the State Engineer to establish these rules. In order to implement the requirements of the statute, the rules need to be continued.

 

The full text of this rule may be inspected, during regular business hours, at the Division of Administrative Rules, or at:

Natural Resources
Water Rights
1594 W NORTH TEMPLE
SALT LAKE CITY UT 84116-3154

 

Direct questions regarding this rule to:

Gail Nelson at the above address, by phone at 801-538-7370, by FAX at 801-538-7442, or by Internet E-mail at [e-mail]

 

Authorized by:

Jerry Olds, Director