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New Mexico Constitution Art. XVI, § 2. Public waters subject to appropriation

Current as of January 01, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

The unappropriated water of every natural stream, perennial or torrential, within the state of New Mexico, is hereby declared to belong to the public and to be subject to appropriation for beneficial use, in accordance with the laws of the state. Priority of appropriation shall give the better right.

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