Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 690 - WATER RESOURCES DEPARTMENT
Division 250 - WATER DISTRIBUTION
Section 690-250-0100 - Regulation of Surface Water

Universal Citation: OR Admin Rules 690-250-0100

Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024

(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.

Stat. Auth.: ORS 540

Stats. Implemented: ORS 540

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