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HomeWater CodeDiv. 11Pt. 5Ch. 2Art. 2§ 22251 Water Use Assignment Rights

§ 22251 Water Use Assignment Rights

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§ 22251 Water Use Assignment Rights

Key Takeaways

  • •If you own land, you can share your water with others in your area.
  • •You can share all or just some of your water.
  • •This is only for water you are allowed to use under the law.

Example

A farmer has more water than he needs for his crops.

The farmer can give some of his extra water to his neighbor who doesn't have enough for her crops.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 22251 Water Use Assignment Rights

Any landowner may assign for use within the district his right to the whole or any portion of the water apportioned to him pursuant to Section 22250. (Added by Stats. 1943, Ch. 372.)

Last verified: January 23, 2026

Key Terms

landownerassignwater apportioneddistrict

Related Statutes

  • § 22253 District Water Contract Authority
  • § 22254 Water Distribution Apportionment
  • § 22258 District Water Service Regulation
  • § 22262 Water Rights Protection
  • § 10616 Public Agency Definition

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Water Code. Section 22251.
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