South Dakota § 46-5-31.1 - Abandoned permitted irrigation use--Stock watering permitted.
Full text of South Dakota South Dakota Codified Laws § 46-5-31.1 — Abandoned permitted irrigation use--Stock watering permitted., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 46-5-31.1. Abandoned permitted irrigation use--Stock watering permitted.
If permitted irrigation use from a storage dam is abandoned or forfeited but the storage dam is used for stock watering, stock watering may be added to the license or permit upon the request of the permit or license holder. A license or permit modified under this section retains the priority date of the original license or permit. This addition of stock watering to the license or permit may occur without application or publication pursuant to § 46-2A-4, if no diversion is made from the stock dam and the chief engineer makes a finding that existing water rights will not be impaired.
Source: SL 1996, ch 263, § 6.
Source: official South Dakota text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About South Dakota § 46-5-31.1
What does South Dakota Codified Laws § 46-5-31.1 cover?
Section 46-5-31.1 ("Abandoned permitted irrigation use--Stock watering permitted.") is part of the South Dakota Codified Laws, the codified statutory law of South Dakota. 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 South Dakota § 46-5-31.1?
A common citation format is "South Dakota Codified Laws § 46-5-31.1" (South Dakota). 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 South Dakota law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the South Dakota official source linked on this page or consult a licensed South Dakota attorney.
How does South Dakota § 46-5-31.1 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in South Dakota can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in South Dakota.