Virginia § 10.1-404 - Recommendation that a river be designated a scenic river
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 10.1-404 — Recommendation that a river be designated a scenic river, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 10.1-404. Recommendation that a river be designated a scenic river
A recommendation to the Governor and General Assembly that a river or section thereof be designated a scenic river shall be submitted with:
1. The views and recommendations of the State Water Control Board and other affected agencies; and
2. A report showing the proposed area and classification, the characteristics which qualify the river or section of river for designation, the general ownership and land use in the area, and the estimated costs of acquisition and administration in the Scenic Rivers System.
1970, c. 468, § 10-171; 1984, cc. 739, 750; 1988, c. 891.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 10.1-404
What does Code of Virginia § 10.1-404 cover?
Section 10.1-404 ("Recommendation that a river be designated a scenic river") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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