Whenever it appears necessary, the director may reserve and set aside waters for beneficial utilization in the future on his own motion as provided under RCW 90.54.050(1). In so doing, prior to the adoption of such rule, the director shall conduct a public hearing in each county in which waters relating to such rule are located.
Wash. Admin. Code § 173-590-170
Order DE 75-32, § 173-590-170, filed 3/10/76.