As used in this chapter:

(a) “Local agency” means county, city, or any public district empowered to distribute water or engage in flood control.

Terms Used In California Government Code 54280

(b) “United States” includes any department, board, agency, or officer thereof.

(c) “State” means the State of California or any department, agency, or officer thereof.

(Added by Stats. 1959, Ch. 2084.)