Arizona § 45-174 - Using bed of stream as carrier of reservoir waters
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-174 — Using bed of stream as carrier of reservoir waters, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 45-174. Using bed of stream as carrier of reservoir waters
When the owner of a reservoir desires to use the bed of a stream or other watercourse for the purpose of carrying water from the reservoir to the consumer, he shall in writing notify the water superintendent of the district in which the water is to be used, giving the date when it is desired to discharge water from the reservoir, its volume, and the names of all persons and ditches entitled to its use. The superintendent shall supervise the opening of the reservoir gates and close or adjust the head gates of all ditches from the watercourse not entitled to the use of the stored water so that persons having the right will receive the water to which they are entitled.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 45-174
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 45-174 cover?
Section 45-174 ("Using bed of stream as carrier of reservoir waters") 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 § 45-174?
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Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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