Every municipality, corporation or person, before constructing any reservoir or dam subject to the provisions of this chapter shall apply to the commissioner for the approval of the plans of such reservoir or dam, which approval the commissioner may grant with such modifications, limitations or changes as in his judgment may be necessary for the protection of life and property.
N.J. Stat. Ann. § 58:4-2
Approval of plans of reservoirs and dams
Known as the Safe Dam Act
The act spans §§ 58:4-1 to 58:4-9 (15 sections).
Amended by L.1981, c. 249, s. 4, eff
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