| Updated: |
12/12/2005 |
| Description: |
This program provides a voluntary means to aid the restoration and protection of streamflows. This arrangement provides benefits both to water right holders and to instream values by providing water users with options that protect their water rights while leasing water for instream benefits. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 537
OAR 690-077
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| Duration: |
1 to 5 years with renewability |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Fees apply. See "Instream Leases" at Oregon Water Resources Fee Schedule for details. |
| Responsible Agency: |
Water Resources Department |
| Bonding Requirements: |
None |
| Insurance Requirements: |
None |
| Prerequisites: |
OAR 690-077-0077(1) The owner of any of the following types of water rights may enter into a lease agreement to convert all or a portion of a water right to an instream water right for a specified time period not to exceed five years:(a) Surface water rights for beneficial use or storage established by certificate or court decree; or(b) A surface water use permit for which a request for issuance of a water right certificate under ORS 537.250 has been received and approved by the Director under ORS 537.250, or a surface water transfer application for which an order has been issued under ORS 540.530 approving the change;(c) Secondary water rights for the use of stored water established by permit, certificate or court decree; or (d) The conserver's portion of conserved water allocated under ORS 537.445 to 537.500. |
| Application Form: |
Several forms are available. |
| Service Links: |
 Water Rights Information Query
 Instream Leasing
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
The following may be needed: 1. Tax Lot Map 2. Map showing lands to be leased; 3. Evidence water right is valid |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
Water Resources Department |
| E-mail Address: |
Kenneth.L.Smith@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-986-0900
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| Mail Address: |
Oregon Water Resources Department
725 Summer St NE
Salem, OR 97301
- 1271
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| Website Information: |
http://www.wrd.state.or.us/ |
