Ditch Easement Resources

The Ditch Easements resource page offers guidance and information for landowners, ditch companies, and water users navigating the complexities of ditch access and maintenance rights. Easements allow for the legal use of land to operate, maintain, and improve irrigation ditches—an essential part of agricultural water delivery in the region. This page provides resources to help clarify property rights, responsibilities, and best practices for cooperative management, helping to prevent conflicts and support the long-term sustainability of local water infrastructure.

Measuring Water Flow in Surface Irrigation Ditches and Gated Pipe