Surveys for, location, and construction of irrigation works generally

The Secretary of the Interior is authorized and directed to make examinations and surveys for, and to locate and construct, as herein provided, irrigation works for the storage, diversion, and development of waters, including artesian wells. (Source: (June 17, 1902, ch. 1093, § 2, 32 Stat. 388; Aug. 7, 1946, ch. 770, § 1(7), 60 Stat. 867.))