### Question
What is the definition of irrigation water?


### Answer
The definition of **irrigation water** is as follows in *43 U.S.C. § 390bb*:

> water made available for agricultural purposes from the operation of reclamation project facilities pursuant to a contract with the Secretary

#### Citation:
  - *43 U.S.C. § 390bb*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 12-RECLAMATION AND IRRIGATION OF LANDS BY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT > SUBCHAPTER I&ndash;A-RECLAMATION REFORM**

