Current through 2024 Regular Session legislation effective June 6, 2024
Section 547.057 - Drainage district activity as urban service(1) An activity of a drainage district is deemed to be an urban service, as defined in ORS 195.065, if the drainage district:(a) Is located in a county that has a population greater than 700,000; and(b) Operates a flood control project located within the urban growth boundary established by Metro or within the incorporated boundary of a city.(2) As used in this section, "flood control project" means a system or method, including, but not limited to, canals, ditches, dikes, levees, revetments and floodwalls, for: (a) The control, diversion, conservation or abatement of floodwater, or of an excessive or unusual accumulation of water, in a natural or artificial body of water; or(b) The protection of life and property against danger, menace, injury or damage resulting from floodwater, or an excessive or unusual accumulation of water.547.057 was enacted into law by the Legislative Assembly but was not added to or made a part of ORS chapter 547 or any series therein by legislative action. See Preface to Oregon Revised Statutes for further explanation.