Section 2060 Of Article 5. Abatement From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 3. >> Chapter 1. >> Article 5.

. (a) A district may abate a public nuisance pursuant to this article.
  (b) The person or agency claiming ownership, title, or right to property or who controls the diversion, delivery, conveyance, or flow of water shall be responsible for the abatement of a public nuisance that is caused by, or as a result of, that property or the diversion, delivery, conveyance, or control of that water.