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2025 Delaware Code
Title 3 - Agriculture
Chapter 10. STATE FORESTRY
Subchapter VI. Water Quality as It Relates to Silvicultural Systems and Sedimentation and Erosion Control
§ 1071. Findings; policy; purpose.
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§ 1071. Findings; policy; purpose.
The State Forester shall provide for the protection of the waters of the State from pollution by sediment deposits resulting from silvicultural activities as provided in § 1078 of this title. Through the adoption of this subchapter, the State recognizes that water quality protection techniques for silvicultural practices are an integral component of properly managed forests. Further, the State recognizes the positive benefits that properly managed forest systems have on the environment, water quality and quality of life in Delaware.
72 Del. Laws, c. 235, § 2;
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