California § 38730 - A city may acquire by gift, purchase, or condemnation, water, water rights, reser

Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 38730 — A city may acquire by gift, purchase, or condemnation, water, water rights, reser, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 38730. A city may acquire by gift, purchase, or condemnation, water, water rights, reser

A city may acquire by gift, purchase, or condemnation, water, water rights, reservoir sites, rights of way for pipes, aqueducts, flumes, or other conduits, and all other property and appliances suitable and proper to supply water for the use of the city and its inhabitants.

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

Frequently Asked Questions About California § 38730

What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 38730 cover?

Section 38730 ("A city may acquire by gift, purchase, or condemnation, water, water rights, reser") 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 § 38730?

A common citation format is "Public Contract Code - PCC § 38730" (California). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.

Is this the official text of California law?

No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the California official source linked on this page or consult a licensed California attorney.

How does California § 38730 apply to my situation?

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