Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 543 § 543.110 — Appropriation and use of water for power is governed by this chapter
Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 543 ·
Oregon Code § 543.110·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Appropriation and use of water for power is governed by this chapter.
After February 26, 1931, no right
to appropriate or to use the waters of the lakes, rivers, streams or other
bodies of water within this state, including water over which this state has
concurrent jurisdiction, in connection with the development of any water power
project for the generation of electricity, shall be initiated, perfected,
acquired or held, except for and during the periods or extensions thereof
stated in ORS 543.010 to 543.610, and pursuant to the provisions thereof.
Plain English Explanation
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 543.110
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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