Water rights in much of Oregon are still based on policies dating back to the 1900s
Published on Jun 24, 2024, 5:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:22:25
Published on Jun 24, 2024, 5:00:00 AM
Total time: 00:22:25
Water rights are super confusing. In the face of ongoing drought, farms, homes, wildlife and commercial users like golf courses and resorts are all competing for this precious resource. OPB’s Central Oregon Bureau Chief Emily Cureton Cook joins us to help shed some light on the situation and what changes could be on the horizon.
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