(This measure has not been amended since it was reported to the House on December 13, 2005. The summary of that version is repeated here.)
Arthur V. Watkins Dam Enlargement Act of 2005 - Authorizes the Secretary of the Interior, acting through the Bureau of Reclamation, to conduct a feasibility study (including an environmental evaluation and a cost allocation) on raising the height of the Arthur V. Watkins Dam for the development of additional storage to meet water supply needs within the Weber Basin Project area and the Wasatch Front, Utah.
Limits the federal share to 50% of the study's cost. Directs the Secretary to accept in-kind contributions of goods or services from the Weber Basin Water Conservancy District. Authorizes appropriations.
Terminates the Secretary's authority to carry out this Act 10 years after its enactment.
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