(1) Compliance with ORS § 540.443 to 540.491 does not relieve the owner or operator of a dam or an individual in immediate charge of a dam from any duty, obligation or liability regarding the ownership, maintenance or operation of the dam.

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Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 540.491

  • Obligation: An order placed, contract awarded, service received, or similar transaction during a given period that will require payments during the same or a future period.

(2) Water Resources Department actions and services under ORS § 540.443 to 540.491 do not relieve the owner or operator of a dam or an individual in immediate charge of a dam from any duty, obligation or liability regarding the ownership, maintenance or operation of the dam. [2019 c.390 § 18]

 

CHANGES IN USE OF WATER; TRANSFER OF WATER RIGHTS; EXCHANGE

 

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