Vermont § 401 - Policy Lakes and ponds that are public waters of
Full text of Vermont Vermont Statutes Online § 401 — Policy Lakes and ponds that are public waters of, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 401. Policy Lakes and ponds that are public waters of
- Vermont and the lands lying thereunder are
a public trust, and it is the policy of the State that these waters and lands shall
be managed to serve the public good, as defined by section 405 of this title, to the extent authorized by statute
Source: official Vermont text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Vermont § 401
What does Vermont Statutes Online § 401 cover?
Section 401 ("Policy Lakes and ponds that are public waters of") is part of the Vermont Statutes Online, the codified statutory law of Vermont. 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 Vermont § 401?
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Is this the official text of Vermont law?
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