In the exercise of all powers and performance of all duties provided in this act, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board shall comply with the procedures provided in the Administrative Procedures Act. Appeals shall be taken as provided in said act. The Oklahoma Water Resources Board may designate a hearing examiner or examiners who shall have the power and authority to conduct such hearings in the name of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board at any time and place subject to the provisions of this section and any applicable rules, regulations or orders of the Oklahoma Water Resources Board.
Okla. Stat. tit. 82, § 1085.10