Water Rights Documentation Sheet
Sheet for documenting water rights, collecting the permit, source, owner and use details in one place for quick reference and recordkeeping. Complete each field and keep a copy with your farm records for later reference.
Download free PDF1 page, US Letter, prints clean in black and white
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What you fill in
- Water right holder name
- Permit or claim reference
- Source of water
- Point of diversion or well location
- Place of use and field names
- Type of use
- Priority or status noted
- Agency contact details
- Documents on file
How to use this form
Print one per event, animal, field or person. A completed form on file is easier to rely on than a memory.
Where to check the details
This sheet is a general template, so confirm specifics with your own manuals, labels and local rules. For current official guidance, start with USDA and eXtension.
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