Term

heavily modified water body

Term

A body of surface water which as a result of physical alterations by human activity is substantially changed in character, as designated by the Member State in accordance with the provisions of Annex II of the water framework directive.

Synonyms:

Source:

Water framework directive

Context:

Comment

Definition source publication

Directive 2000/60/EC of 23 October 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (Water Framework Directive).

Publication year

2000

Definition source URL

http://glossary.eea.europa.eu/EEAGlossary

Organisation

Organisation full name

Directive 2000/60/EC of 23 October 2000 establishing a framework for Community action in the field of water policy (Water Framework Directive)

Subjects

WATER

Long definition

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