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2011 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 72: Water Law
Article 12: Underground Waters, 72-12-1 through 72-12-28
Section 72-12-4: Existing water rights recognized.
NM Stat § 72-12-4 (1996 through 1st Sess 50th Legis) What's This?
72-12-4. [Existing water rights recognized.]
Existing water rights based upon application to beneficial use are hereby recognized. Nothing herein contained is intended to impair the same or to disturb the priorities thereof.
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