N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 1401.02

Current through Register No. 25, June 20, 2024

Section Env-Wq 1401.02 - Applicability

These rules shall apply to all land areas subject to RSA 483-B as specified in RSA 483-B:4, XV and RSA 483-B:4, XVI, namely, all land areas within 250 feet, horizontal distance, of:

(a) The natural mean high water level, for natural fresh water bodies without artificial impoundments listed in the official list of public waters published by the department;

(b) The water line at full pond as determined by the elevation of the top of the spillway crest, for artificially impounded fresh water bodies without established flowage rights listed in the official list of public waters;

(c) The established flowage rights, for artificially impounded fresh water bodies with established flowage rights listed in the official list of public waters;

(d) The highest observable tide line, for coastal waters; and

(e) The ordinary high water mark, for rivers designated as protected under RSA 483:15 and all flowing waters of fourth order or higher as specified in RSA 483-B:4, XVI(c).

N.H. Code Admin. R. Env-Wq 1401.02

(See Revision Note at chapter heading for Env-Wq 1400) #9188, eff 7-1-08

Amended by Volume XXXVII Number 2, Filed January 12, 2017, Proposed by #12062, Effective 12/17/2016, Expires 12/17/2026.