Figure: 30 TAC §304.34(d)
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Violation |
1st time noted |
2nd time noted within previous |
3rd time noted within previous |
1. Diversion, use, or transport without a watermaster approved declaration of intent (applicable to water right holders only) |
On-site inspection notice (warning) |
Citation/fine of $200 for minors*; $500 for majors** |
Referral for formal enforcement action |
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2. Failure to provide a measuring device or alternative method of measurement |
On-site inspection notice (warning) |
Citation/fine of $200 for minors*; $500 for majors** unless corrected within 30 days |
Referral for formal enforcement action |
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3. Water right holder does not pass water which the holder is not entitled to hold or impound in accordance with special conditions of water rights or watermaster |
On-site inspection notice (warning) |
Citation/fine of $200 for minors*; $500 for majors** |
Referral for formal enforcement action |
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4. Late report of diversion, transport, use, release, or impoundment |
On-site inspection notice (warning) |
Citation/fine of $200 for minors*; $500 for majors** |
Referral for formal enforcement action |
*minor:
A water right of 5,000 acre-feet or less**major: A water right of greater than 5,000 acre-feet