National Water Act, 1998 (Act No. 36 of 1998)

General Authorisations in terms of Section 39 of the National Water Act

2. Engaging in a controlled activity, identified as such in Section 37(1): Irrigation of any land with waste or water containing waste generated through any industrial activity or by a waterwork

2.9 Location of irrigation with wastewater

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Wastewater irrigation in terms of this authorisation is only permitted if the irrigation takes place—

a)above the 100 year flood line, or alternatively, more than 100 metres from the edge of a water resource or a borehole which is utilised for drinking water or stock watering; and
b)on land that is not or does not overlie a Major Aquifer (identification of a Major Aquifer will be provided by the Department, upon written request).