Statutes > Arkansas Statutes > Title 23 - Public Utilities and Regulated Industries > Subtitle 1 - Public Utilities And Carriers > Chapter 18 - Light, Heat, And Power Utilities > Subchapter 4 - Waterpower Companies > § 23-18-401 - Waterpower a part of public domain.

§ 23-18-401 - Waterpower a part of public domain.

23-18-401. Waterpower a part of public domain.

All waterpower in this state suitable for the purpose of producing power for all lawful purposes is, and is declared to be, inherent in and a part of the public domain. It shall vest in and be for the use of the State of Arkansas and the people thereof for its and their use and benefit.