Terms Used In Idaho Code 42-3102

  • Property: includes both real and personal property. See Idaho Code 73-114
  • State: when applied to the different parts of the United States, includes the District of Columbia and the territories; and the words "United States" may include the District of Columbia and territories. See Idaho Code 73-114
It is hereby recognized by the legislature that the protection of life and property from floods is of great importance to this state. It is therefore declared to be the policy of the state to provide for the prevention of flood damage in a manner consistent with the conservation and wise development of our water resources and thereby to protect and promote the health, safety and general welfare of the people of this state.