In accordance with Chapter 73-4, Utah Code Annotated, and the Fifth Judicial District Court (Civil No. 800507596), the State Engineer is authorized and ordered to conduct a general determination of the rights to the use of all water, both surface and underground, within the drainage area of the Gould Wash Division of the Virgin River drainage area in Washington, Iron, and Kane Counties.

Starting in the next few months, representatives of the Division of Water Rights will be working in the Gould Wash area to investigate water user's claims. In light of this work, the public is invited to a Public Meeting. Representatives from the Division of Water Rights will be available during this time to discuss the adjudication process, review water rights within the area, and answer questions.

If individuals cannot attend, but have questions regarding the adjudication process or water rights within the Gould Wash Division; please contact the Division of Water Rights at (801) 538-5282.