National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998)Chapter 4 : Use of WaterPart 5 : Controlled activities37. Controlled activity |
| (1) | The following are controlled activities: |
| (a) | irrigation of any land with waste or water containing waste generated through any industrial activity or by a waterwork; |
| (b) | an activity aimed at the modification of atmospheric precipitation; |
| (c) | a power generation activity which alters the flow regime of a water resource; |
| (d) | intentional recharging of an aquifer with any waste or water containing waste; and |
| (e) | an activity which has been declared as such under section 38. |
| (2) | No person may undertake a controlled activity unless such person is authorised to do so by or under this Act. |