Oregon Water Resources Department

OR water rights authority

Serves: Oregon

Oregon WRD administers all surface water and groundwater rights under prior appropriation. Off-grid buyers must verify all water rights on Oregon land — Oregon's water code is strict and water rights are separate from land title.

Features: Water rights search · Prior appropriation · Permit applications

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What is Oregon Water Resources Department?
Oregon WRD administers all surface water and groundwater rights under prior appropriation.
Where does Oregon Water Resources Department serve?
Oregon Water Resources Department serves Oregon.
Does Oregon Water Resources Department have a website?
Yes — you can visit Oregon Water Resources Department at https://www.oregon.gov/owrd/.
What does Oregon Water Resources Department specialize in?
Key features: Water rights search · Prior appropriation · Permit applications.