Diversion
Water
A process which, having return flow and consumptive use elements, turns water from a given path. Removal of water from its natural channel for human use. Use of part of a stream flow as a water supply. Channel constructed across the slope for the purpose of intercepting surface runoff, changing the accustomed course of all or part of a stream. A structural conveyance (or ditch) constructed across a slope to intercept runoff flowing down a hillside, and divert it to some convenient discharge point.
The taking of water from a stream or other body of water into a canal, pipe, or other conduit.
- — Service Hydrologist Reference Manual Glossary of Hydrologic Terms retrieved 2014-06-01
Common Legal Terms
The process of removing some minor criminal, traffic or juvenile cases from the full judicial process, on the condition that the accused undergo some sort of rehabilitation or make restitution for damages.
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Solar Energy
Water diverted from supply sources such as streams, lakes, reservoirs, springs, or wells for a variety of uses including cropland irrigation as well as residential, commercial, institutional, and industrial purposes. The terms diversion and withdrawal are often used interchangeably.
- — Solar Energy Development PEIS Glossary retrieved 2014-06-15
Weather
In hydrologic terms, the taking of water from a stream or other body of water into a canal, pipe, or other conduit.