N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. tit. 21 § 890.61

Current through Register Vol. 46, No. 45, November 2, 2024

Section 890.61 - Brandywine watershed

The commission interprets the "Brandywine Project" as described in the Comprehensive Plan, Phase I, Project 11 and Plate 11, to require, at a minimum, the following criteria as to such project.

(a) All projects calling for exportation of water from the major basin in which it originates shall require a public hearing prior to action by the commission.

(b) The design of flood control, recreation, and other water control projects shall be such as not to adversely affect the low flow characteristics of Brandywine Creek.

(c) The design of multi-purpose reservoirs which include water supply as a purpose shall provide maximum feasible storage for low flow augmentation.

(d) Appropriate control measures shall be employed to maintain water quality in Brandywine Creek at the Delaware-Pennsylvania state line.

(e) The project shall be operated according to a plan which shall recognize water needs and rights of the States of Delaware and Pennsylvania in accordance with the doctrine of equitable apportionment as prescribed by section 3.3 of the compact.

N.Y. Comp. Codes R. & Regs. Tit. 21 § 890.61