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What is a “bed and banks permit?"

Water Planning/Supply

“Bed and banks” permits are required to be obtained from the TCEQ for the conveyance of water in a watercourse for subsequent diversion (less carriage losses such as evaporation, transpiration, seepage, etc.) and use.

What is a river bank?

Environmental, River

A river's bank is the sloping ground that borders the watercourse and confines the water in the natural channel when the water level, or flow, is normal.

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