FAQ's
How do I change my address on the Division of Water Right Records?
Click here to view instructions for changing your address with the Division of Water Rights. more...
How can I sign up to receive email notifications for water rights?
Click here to view the complete instructions for receiving notifications. more...
I want to build a house and need a well. What do I need to do?
You must have a water right to divert and use water in the State of Utah. Water well drillers are licensed and cannot drill a well unless permission to drill has been obtained from the State Engineer. more...
I understand I need to buy a water right. How do I go about it?
Water rights are classified as “real property” in the state of Utah and are bought and sold much like real estate. Many real estate agencies will have listings for water rights much as they do for properties. more...
How do I know if a water right I’m thinking about buying is a “good one”?
Some issues you should be particularly aware of when persuing the purchase of a water right are verification of ownership and water use. more...
Current Issues
Public Meeting - Proposed Determination Completed - Holladay - Area 57 Book 16 more...
Public Meeting - Unclaimed Rights in Provo River, Daniels Creek - Area 55 Bk11 more...
Programmatic General Permit 10 suspended more...
Job Opening: Weber & Ogden Rivers Distribution System Water Commissioner more...
Public Meeting - Proposed Determination Completed - Moab North - Area 05 Bk 2 more...
Public Meeting - Proposed Determination Completed - Liberty Park - A57 Bk11 more...
Welcome to the Division of Water Rights
The Utah Division of Water Rights (DWRi) is an agency of Utah State Government within the Department of Natural Resources that administers the appropriation and distribution of the State's valuable water resources.
Programmatic Permit 10 (PGP-10)
As of October 26, 2021, Programmatic General Permit 10 (PGP-10) has been suspended by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers (Corps).
Until further notice, separate permitting from the Corps, as applicable, will need to be pursued by the applicant(s). The Corps can be contacted at 801-295-8380.
Office Hours
The Division of Water Rights office hours are from
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Monday through Friday.
Our office is closed for Federal and State holidays.
Please use the contact list to make arrangements.
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