Section R655-15-3 - Application of Rule(1) This rule is applicable statewide to the regulation, distribution, diversion, and use of the waters of the state.(2) This rule shall be liberally construed to permit the Division of Water Rights to effectuate the intent and purposes of applicable Utah law.(3) The State Engineer may make exceptions to the provisions of this rule as necessary to ensure adequate and appropriate regulation, distribution, and measurement of water for Distribution Systems involving interstate streams.Utah Admin. Code R655-15-3