| Updated: |
3/20/2007 |
| Description: |
An applicant's existing hydroelectric water right may be amended. The period of the new water right is amended to match the time remaining on the original hydroelectric water right. The process for applying for an amendment to a hydroelectric water right is set forth in Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) 543.092 and Oregon Adminstrative Rules (OAR) Chapter 690 Division 53. There are substantive limitations on the types of amendments allowed under OAR 690 Division 53.
Water related projects often require multiple permits. Please see Common Water Related Projects for information on other permits that may be required to accomplish your project. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 543
OAR 690-053
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| Duration: |
Same as remaining under hydroelectric water right |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Fees apply. See "Changes to Water Rights" at Oregon Water Resources Fee Schedule for details. |
| Responsible Agency: |
Water Resources Department |
| Examination Information: |
Applications are reviewed under the applicable provisions of ORS Chapter 543 and OAR Chapter 690 Division 53. |
| Bonding Requirements: |
n/a |
| Insurance Requirements: |
n/a |
| Application Form: |
n/a |
| Service Links: |
 Water Rights in Oregon
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Applications are reviewed under the applicable provisions of ORS Chapter 543 and OAR Chapter 690 Division 53, and the application must contain all information as specified in those provisions for amendments to hydroelectric water rights. |
| Additional Information: |
The Oregon Water Resources Department (OWRD) strongly suggests that any person interested in amending a hydroelectric water right contact OWRD and schedule a pre-application conference to discuss the application process, fees, resource issues, etc. |
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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/ |
