Please note, the explanation of the following terms are provided for context of WAAV only. The Commission’s Regulatory definitions for these terms are
available at 18 CFR § 806.3 – Definitions.
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ABR
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Approval By Rule - a Commission approval under 18 CFR § 806.22 (e) or (f)
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| CU |
Consumptive Use – the loss of water that is not available for future use within the Basin. |
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DI
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Diversion – the transfer of water into or out of the Basin.
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| GW |
Groundwater – water below the ground surface. |
| mgd |
Million Gallons Per Day - a unit of measurement. |
| NOI |
Notice of Intent – an application for Commission approval of an Approval by Rule (ABR). |
| PWS |
Public Water Supplier – an entity that provides potable water to at least 15 connections to year-round customers or at least 25 year-round residents. |
| SW |
Surface Water – water flowing in channels or impounded on the surface of the ground. |