A Locked Gate on a Historic Ditch: How to Resolve Access Disputes in Oregon
It’s a landowner's nightmare. The ditch you and your family have relied on for generations crosses a neighbor's property. The
Posted on August 6, 2025
Don’t Make a Dry Deal: A Step-by-Step Guide to Transferring a Water Right in Oregon
You’ve found the perfect piece of land in Oregon, but the water right isn’t exactly where you need it. Maybe
Posted on July 18, 2025
Your Expert Witness: The Role of a Certified Water Right Examiner (CWRE) in Oregon
You're navigating a water right application or trying to finalize a permit, and you hit a roadblock. The communication from
Posted on July 11, 2025
Exempt Water Uses in Oregon: Do You Really Need a Water Right?
You own a few acres in Oregon. You have a well for your home and garden, and maybe a few
Posted on July 7, 2025
HB 3342: Oregon’s Boldest Water Rights Reform Since the 1990s
When Oregon Governor Tina Kotek signed House Bill 3342 on May 29, 2025, the state set in motion the first
Posted on June 12, 2025
Understanding Oregon House Bill 3342 (2025): A Comprehensive Update to Water Rights Administration
In the 2025 legislative session, Oregon passed House Bill 3342 (HB 3342) - a comprehensive reform that brings some of
Posted on June 5, 2025
Protect Your Water Right: Avoiding Forfeiture and Ensuring Compliance in Oregon
Water rights in Oregon are not guaranteed permanently. To maintain your rights, you must comply with specific state requirements. Non-use
Posted on May 19, 2025
Instream Water Rights and Environmental Flows in Oregon
Oregon’s Instream Water Rights Act represents an innovative approach to water management by legally recognizing the act of leaving water
Posted on May 16, 2025