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Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff
A local government may inspect the public water in its area and determine whether or not:
(1) the quality of the water meets the state water quality standards adopted by the commission;
(2) persons discharging effluent into the public water located in the areas of which the local government has jurisdiction have obtained permits for discharge of the effluent; and
(3) persons who have permits are making discharges in compliance with the requirements of the permits.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - Texas Water Code - WATER § 26.171. Inspection of Public Water - last updated January 01, 2024 | https://codes.findlaw.com/tx/water-code/water-sect-26-171/
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