2016 New Mexico Statutes
Chapter 72 - Water Law
Article 12A - Mine Dewatering
Section 72-12A-4 - Right of replacement.
72-12A-4. Right of replacement.
In all cases involving an appropriation of water for beneficial use or mine dewatering, the right of replacement is granted to any person whose appropriation or mine dewatering would otherwise impair existing water rights. Application for replacement of water shall be made to the state engineer. In all cases, replacement of water shall be at the sole expense of the applicant and subject to such rules, regulations and conditions as the state engineer may reasonably prescribe.
History: Laws 1980, ch. 148, 4.
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