New Mexico Office of the State Engineer

NM water rights authority

Serves: New Mexico

New Mexico's OSE administers one of the oldest and most complex prior appropriation water systems in the US. Off-grid buyers must conduct a thorough water rights search — water rights are entirely separate from land in NM.

Features: Water rights database · Prior appropriation · Permit applications

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What is New Mexico Office of the State Engineer?
New Mexico's OSE administers one of the oldest and most complex prior appropriation water systems in the US.
Where does New Mexico Office of the State Engineer serve?
New Mexico Office of the State Engineer serves New Mexico.
Does New Mexico Office of the State Engineer have a website?
Yes — you can visit New Mexico Office of the State Engineer at https://www.ose.state.nm.us.
What does New Mexico Office of the State Engineer specialize in?
Key features: Water rights database · Prior appropriation · Permit applications.