N.D. Cent. Code § 61-04-02.1
Current through 2024 Legislative Session
The department of water resources may authorize emergency or temporary use of water for periods not to exceed twelve months if the department determines the use will not be to the detriment of existing rights. The department shall establish by rule a separate procedure for processing applications for emergency or temporary use. Prescriptive and other rights to the use of water may not be acquired by use of water as authorized in this section.
N.D.C.C. § 61-04-02.1