Environmental

Wyoming's 'Stream Alteration Permit' is required for activities that:

ADivert water from a stream for irrigation
BAlter stream channels, banks, or beds, including construction and fill activities✓ Correct
CBuild bridges over Wyoming streams
DTest water quality in Wyoming streams

Explanation

Wyoming's Stream Alteration Act requires permits from the Wyoming Game and Fish Department for any project that would alter stream channels, banks, or beds. This protects fisheries, water quality, and stream ecology. Stream alteration is a significant concern in many Wyoming real estate and development projects.

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