A.R.S. § 17-255.04: Applicability; no private right of action

A. This article does not apply to the owner or operator of:

1. Any system of canals, laterals or pipes, any related or ancillary facilities, fixed equipment and structures related to the delivery of water and any discharges from the system.

2. Any water treatment or distribution facility system, any related or ancillary facilities, fixed equipment and structures and any discharges from the system.

3. Any drainage, wastewater collection, treatment or disposal facility system, any related or ancillary facilities, fixed equipment and structures and any discharges from the system.

4. A public or private aquarium and education or research institution holding a permit pursuant to section 17-238 or 17-306.

5. Any stock ponds or livestock water facilities or distribution facilities, including fixed equipment and structures related to the delivery of water and any discharges from the system.

B. The director may consult with the entities listed in subsection A of this section to assist in the implementation of this article.

C. This article does not create any express or implied private right of action and may be enforced only by this state.