Or. Admin. R. 690-250-0100

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 5, May 1, 2024

Section 690-250-0100 - Regulation of Surface Water

(1) The watermaster shall investigate and respond to all complaints of water shortages or unlawful use based on a review of appropriate records and performance of field inspections, as judgement may require. The watermaster's response may be oral or written communication to appropriators involved in the complaint or shortages, or by personal visits by the watermaster or assistant watermaster.

(2) The watermaster may begin regulation if investigation reveals a valid complaint of water shortage or unlawful use. Water shall be regulated in accordance with the relative rights or rotation agreements of the appropriators involved in the complaint or shortage.

WRD 24-1988, f. & cert. ef. 12-14-88

Stat. Auth.: ORS 540

Stats. Implemented: ORS 540