The priority date for the environmental flow standards and set-asides established by this subchapter is December 1, 2009. The priority date for the environmental flow standards will be used in the water availability determination for a new appropriation or for an amendment to an existing water right that increases the amount of water authorized to be stored, taken, or diverted and has no other purpose.

Source Note: The provisions of this §298.215 adopted to be effective May 15, 2011, 36 TexReg 2908