N.D. Cent. Code § 61-38-07
61-38-07. Emergency permits (Contingent effective date - See note)
61-38-07. Emergency permits. (Contingent effective date - See note)
The department of water resources may issue a temporary emergency permit for the
discharge of dredged or fill material if unacceptable harm to life or severe loss of physical
property is likely to occur before a permit could be issued or modified under procedures
normally required.