Stream Alteration Program Information Page

Revised: January 11, 2008

Welcome to the Division of Water Rights Stream Alteration Program. The links to the left are intended to provide you with information regarding all aspects of the Stream Alteration Program.

The Stream Alteration Program was implemented in 1972 in order to protect the natural resource value of the state’s streams and protect the water rights and recreational opportunities associated with them.

Section 73-3-29 of the Utah Code requires any person, governmental agency, or other organization wishing to alter the bed or banks of a natural stream to obtain written authorization from the State Engineer prior to beginning work.