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CODE OF GEORGIA
Title 44 - PROPERTY
Chapter 8 - WATER RIGHTS
Section 44-8-3 - Exclusive possession by owner of nonnavigable streams; interference by legislature with lawful use

Ga. Code § 44-8-3

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Current through 2023-2024 Legislative Session Chapter 709
Section 44-8-3 - Exclusive possession by owner of nonnavigable streams; interference by legislature with lawful use

The owner of a nonnavigable stream is entitled to the same exclusive possession of the stream as he has of any other part of his land. The legislature has no power to compel or interfere with the owner's lawful use of the stream, for the benefit of those above or below him on the stream, except to restrain nuisances.

OCGA § 44-8-3