61-12-46. Department of water resources to assist county board of flood irrigation

61-12-46. Department of water resources to assist county board of flood irrigation The department of water resources, upon the request of the board of flood irrigation of any county in this state, shall assist the board in determining whether the construction of any proposed dams, gates, and necessary ditches and canals for the purpose of controlling, regulating, and forcing the overflow of water in non-navigable rivers or streams within this state would be conducive to the public health, convenience, or welfare.