76-5-1103. Water conservation and flood control activities declared public purpose. Such water conservation and flood control activities and their establishment, construction, operation, and maintenance as authorized by this part are declared to be for the protection of the tax base of the city, town, or county; for the protection of public roads, lands, and improvements; for the protection of the public health, sanitation, and safety; and for improvement of the general welfare.

Terms Used In Montana Code 76-5-1103

  • Flood: means the water of any watercourse or drainway that is above the bank or outside the channel and banks of the watercourse or drainway. See Montana Code 76-5-103