Code of Maine Rules
06 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION
096 - DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION - GENERAL
Chapter 587 - IN-STREAM FLOWS AND LAKE AND POND WATER LEVELS
Section 096-587-13 - Certain activities prohibited in Class AA waters
Universal Citation: 06 ME Code Rules ยง 096-587-13
Current through 2024-13, March 27, 2024
Any activity in Class AA water that causes an alteration from the naturally occurring flow must protect all water quality standards, including the free-flowing characteristic. In-stream dams or other permanent alterations of the natural stream channel are prohibited. Activities, including the construction of structures in or adjacent to a waterbody to provide water withdrawal, or temporary diversions necessary as part of approved construction activity, may be permitted according to provisions in the Natural Resources Protection Act ( 38 M.R.S.A. Section480 ).
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