Basics of Texas Water Law
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- Date of Publication
- December 7, 2021
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Overview
Texas property owners need to understand the basics of Texas water law and their rights and legal limitations related to the use of water on their property. This publication discusses groundwater and surface water as well as the legal approaches to the two water categories. (5 pages)
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