U. S. Forest Service claims - between the snowpack and downstream water interests

TitleU. S. Forest Service claims - between the snowpack and downstream water interests
Publication TypeConference Proceedings
Year of Conference1973
AuthorsCooley, J. R., and Mulvaney R. J.
Conference Name41st Annual Western Snow Conference
Series TitleProceedings of the 41st Annual Western Snow Conference
Date PublishedApril 1973
PublisherWestern Snow Conference
Conference LocationGrand Junction, Colorado
KeywordsComprehensive water management, Water regulation, Water rights
Abstract

A discussion of control and water rights in the United States. Deals primarily with the State of Colorado methods of adjudication of water rights including claims by the United States. Conflicts under state law with rights of others to divert water - a right that Colorado Constitution says will never be denied. Indicates need for comprehensive water management due to population growth and environmental concerns.

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