Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 540 § 540.140 — Insufficiency of water; preference of uses
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 540 ·
Oregon Code § 540.140·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Insufficiency of water; preference of uses.
When the waters of any natural stream are not
sufficient for the service of all those desiring the use of the same, those
using the water for domestic purposes shall, subject to such limitations as may
be prescribed by law, have the preference over those claiming such water for
any other purpose, and those using the water for agricultural purposes shall
have the preference over those using the same for manufacturing purposes.
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 540.140
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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