Section 6381 Of Article 4. Dams Completed Prior To August 14, 1929 From California Water Code >> Division 3. >> Part 1. >> Chapter 7. >> Article 4.

. The department shall require owners to perform at their expense such work or tests as necessary to disclose information sufficient to enable the department to determine whether to issue certificates of approval or to issue orders directing further work at the owner's expense necessary to safeguard life and property.