Section 6225 Of Article 2. Repairs, Alterations Or Removals From California Water Code >> Division 3. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 5. >> Article 2.

. Before commencing the repair, alteration, or removal of a dam or reservoir, including the alteration or removal of a dam or reservoir so that it no longer constitutes a dam or reservoir as defined in this part, the owner shall secure the written approval of the department, except as provided in this article.