California § 37942 - The groundwater management plan may include a policy for the issuance of new well

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 37942 — The groundwater management plan may include a policy for the issuance of new well, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 37942. The groundwater management plan may include a policy for the issuance of new well

The groundwater management plan may include a policy for the issuance of new well permits that takes into consideration the location of proposed wells and area of use, projected extractions from the wells, and the effect of the extractions on existing users and on storage. In developing the management plan, the district may consider a ban on new irrigated acreage or new municipal water system wells. The district may include a contingency plan to deal with seawater intrusion, basin contamination, or other risks that could impair the ability to rely on the basin for groundwater.

Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 37942

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 37942 cover?

Section 37942 ("The groundwater management plan may include a policy for the issuance of new well") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.

How do I cite California § 37942?

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Is this the official text of California law?

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How does California § 37942 apply to my situation?

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