# IDAPA 37.03.05.001: Section 001. Scope (Rule 1)

> Idaho · Regulations · In force

URL: https://www.frixlaw.com/law-library/statutes/STATE_ID_IDAPA_37_03_05_001

## Section

- **Citation:** IDAPA 37.03.05.001
- **Heading:** Section 001. Scope (Rule 1)
- **Jurisdiction:** Idaho
- **Kind:** Regulations
- **Status:** In force
- **Text as of:** August 14, 2026
- **Source:** Compiled text
- **Location:** Idaho Administrative Code / IDAPA 37 (Water Resources, Department of) / Chapter 37.03.05 / Section 001

## Text

01. Scope. (3-30-23) a. These rules and standards will only apply to structures upon which construction, lift construction , enlargement, or alteration is underway on or after July l, 1978. Under no circumstances shall these rules be construe d to deprive or limit the Director of the Department of Water Resources of any exercise of powers, duties an d jurisdiction conferred by law, nor to limit or restrict the amount or character of data, or information which may b e required by the Director from any owner of a mine tailings impoundment structure for the proper administration o f the law. (3-30-23) b. The design requirements listed are intended as a guide to establish acceptable standards o f construction. They are not intended to restrict the application of other sound design principles by engineers. Th e Director will evaluate any deviation from the standards hereinafter stated as they pertain to the safety of any give n mine tailings impoundment structure. Engineers are encouraged to submit new ideas which will advance the art and provide for the public safety. (3-30-23) 002. -- 009. (RESERVED)

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