OCR Text |
Show 125 expense, local interests specially benefited are required to make contributions. Other statutes govern the prosecution and operation of projects. As to the latter, express provision is made for multi- ple uses. Thus, the Secretary of the Interior is authorized to dispose of surplus power and water for irrigation at Army reservoir projects. Similarly, the Secretary of the Army has authority to dispose of surplus water for domestic and indus- trial uses, and may provide recreation facilities at reservoir areas. The Fish and Wildlife Service may use such areas for wildlife conservation. Dams may be used as foundations for highway bridges. In the case of certain projects in the West, Congress has subordinated navigation use to beneficial con- sumptive uses. Protection.-In addition to the foregoing provisions, Con- gress has legislated to protect and preserve navigable waters. These laws govern the construction, maintenance, operation and removal of structures, the deposit of refuse matter, and other protective measures. International Waters.-In the case of certain interna- tional waters, provision has been made for international com- missions having specified responsibilities concerning navigation, among other uses. |