42-1775 DECLARATION OF POLICY AND PURPOSE. - Idaho Statutes

TITLE 42

IRRIGATION AND DRAINAGE -- WATER RIGHTS AND RECLAMATION

CHAPTER 17

DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES -- WATER RESOURCE BOARD

42-1775. Declaration of policy and purpose. The welfare and well-being of the people of the state of Idaho is dependent upon the conservation, development and optimum use of the state’s water resources. Water development involves extensive planning, special studies, public support and efficient implementation. The people of Idaho declared their intention to develop the state’s water resources in the Idaho constitution, article 15, section 7, providing for a state water plan. Funding by the state of Idaho will insure timely implementation of water projects in the public interest.