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Susquehanna River Basin Compact

Establishes a federal interstate administrative commission to engage in comprehensive planning, development, and management of water and related resources of the Susquehanna River Basin. The commission has promulgated regulations regarding consumptive uses of water, groundwater withdrawals and water conservation. The commission expects to add regulations on surface water withdrawals exceeding 100,000 gpd. and registration of water withdrawals exceeding 10,000 gpd. The U.S. government is a full member of the compact.

Congressional Consent: Yes (more information)
Category: Water
Full Text PDF: PDF Available
National Organization: Susquehanna River Basin Commission
StateYear of Joinder
Maryland1967
New York1967
Pennsylvania