Legal Definitions - waterscape

A waterscape, in a legal or engineering context, refers to a constructed channel, conduit, or system specifically designed to transport water from one point to another. It emphasizes the engineered aspect of water conveyance rather than a natural body of water or a scenic view.

• Example 1: An underground network of large pipes built by a municipal utility to carry treated wastewater from a city's homes and businesses to a distant treatment plant.

  Explanation: This network of pipes serves as a designed "passage for water" (wastewater) from its origin to a specific destination, fitting the definition of a waterscape.

• Example 2: A concrete-lined canal constructed by a regional water authority to divert river water several miles across arid land to supply irrigation for agricultural farms.

  Explanation: The canal is an engineered structure specifically created to move water for a particular purpose (irrigation), making it a waterscape.

• Example 3: A historical stone flume, built centuries ago, that carries spring water from a mountain source down to a village for drinking and daily use.

  Explanation: This flume is a constructed passage dedicated to transporting water for the community, illustrating its function as a waterscape.