I understand how a backyard beekeeper might need to provide a water source to prevent their honeybees from becoming a nuisance to neighbors.  However, to require me to provide a water source within 50 feet of my apiaries is beyond ludicrous. I live on 130+ acres in Floyd County with abundant springs, ponds and streams. I pride myself in being a responsible beekeeper. This is just one of the "BMPs" for beekeepers that I find to be heavy handed.  Pet dogs are allowed to run free on my property under state law.  That is where legislation is needed.  Keep your laws out of my bees!