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Soil and Water Conservation (Indiana Code: Title 14 Natural and Cultural Resources; Article 32)

Country/Territory
United States of America
Territorial subdivision
Indiana
Document type
Legislation
Date
2019
Source
FAO, FAOLEX
Subject
Land & soil, Water
Keyword
Soil conservation/soil improvement Erosion Coastal zone management Water conservation zone Flood Hazards Wetlands Waterworks Navigation Harbour Inland waters Surface water Public health Institution Procedural matters Local government Governance Freshwater pollution Pollution control Water quality standards
Geographical area
Americas, Arctic, East Pacific, North America, North Atlantic
Abstract

This article of the Indiana Code concerns soil and water conservation. It declares to be the policy of the general assembly to provide for the proper management of soil and water resources, the control and prevention of soil erosion, the prevention of flood water and sediment damage, the prevention of water quality impairment, and the conservation, development, use, and disposal of water in the watersheds of Indiana to accomplish the following: (1) conserve the natural resources, including wildlife; (2) control floods; (3) prevent impairment of dams and reservoirs; (4) assist in maintaining the navigability of rivers and harbors; (5) protect the water quality of lakes and streams; (6) protect the tax base; (7) protect public land; (8) protect and promote the health, safety, and general welfare of the people of Indiana; (9) protect a high quality water resource; and (10) protect and improve soil quality. The article further provides for the soil conservation board; supervisors; powers and duties of districts; changing the boundaries of a district or dissolving a district; duties of department; and clean water Indiana program.

Full text
English
Website
iga.in.gov