Canals and artificial waterways
The construction of artificial waterways can have a significant impact on coastal resources and affect the values of adjacent coastal resources. These impacts must be fully assessed before approvals are issued for these works.Artificial waterways are defined as artificial channels, lakes or other bodies of water. They include access channels and artificial channels subject to the ebb and flow of the tide.
An artificial waterway is not:
- a swimming pool;
- an ornamental pond;
- a pond for aquaculture or effluent;
- a domestic fresh water supply reservoir;
- an agricultural water storage facility;
- part of an artificially improved natural watercourse; or
- an identified port facility such as navigation channels and berth pockets.
A canal is a specific type of artificial waterway that is or will be connected to tidal water and where boating access to the tidal water is unhindered by locks or weirs. Canals do not include marinas, boat harbours or commercial mooring facilities.
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Last updated: 20 March 2006
