Arizona § 45-545 - Damage rules applicable to all transportations of groundwater
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-545 — Damage rules applicable to all transportations of groundwater, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-545. Damage rules applicable to all transportations of groundwater
A. In active management areas and in areas outside of active management areas, in any action to recover damages, neither injury to nor impairment of the water supply of any landowner shall be presumed from the fact of transportation.
B. In determining whether there has been injury and the extent of any injury, the court shall consider all acts of the person transporting groundwater toward the mitigation of injury including:
1. Retirement of land from irrigation.
2. Discontinuance of other preexisting uses of groundwater.
3. Water conservation techniques.
4. Procurement of additional sources of water which benefit the active management area, sub-basin or landowners within the active management area or sub-basin.
C. The court may award reasonable attorney fees, expert witness expenses and fees and court costs to the prevailing party.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-545
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-545 cover?
Section 45-545 ("Damage rules applicable to all transportations of groundwater") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 45-545?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 45-545 apply to my situation?
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