Section 115835 Of Article 1. Recreational Use Of Reservoirs From California Health And Safety Code >> Division 104. >> Part 10. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 1.

. Unless the context otherwise requires, the following definitions shall control the construction of this article:
  (a) "Multiple use" includes domestic, industrial, agricultural, and recreational uses.
  (b) "Public agency" means the state or any city, other than a chartered city, county, public district, or other public institution.
  (c) "Reservoir" does not include ditches, canals, or any similar type of water distributing facility.