Notice regarding final requests for revision of the mapping of Newlands Project Water Rights has been issued by the Nevada Division of Water Resources (“NDWR”). NDWR is overseeing the revision process of identifying and mapping water rights in the Newlands Project, and will be assisting water rights owners with identification and revision as is required. Though more information regarding the project schedule can be found on NDWR’s online database, the following workshop dates will be available to Newlands Project water right owners at the below-listed locations:
Fernley City Hall
Room 136
595 Silver Lace Blvd.
Fernley, NV 89408
- Monday, August 26, 1:00pm to 7:00pm
- Tuesday, August 27, 1:00pm to 7:00pm
- Wednesday, August 28, 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Thursday, August 29, 9:00am to 3:00pm
Churchill County Commissioners
Community Room
155 N. Taylor Street, Suite 110
Fallon, NV 89406
- Monday, September 9, 1:00pm to 7:00pm
- Tuesday, September 10, 1:00pm to 7:00pm
- Wednesday, September 11, 9:00am to 3:00pm
- Thursday, September 12, 9:00am to 3:00pm
The final map viewing and revision process started on July 1, 2019, with all Requests for Revision and supporting documentation due to NDWR no later than September 30, 2019. Upon review of water rights, owners can provide updates to NDWR via NDWR’s Request for Revision form.
Newlands Project water right owners are encouraged to review their water rights of use and submit the Request for Revision form if they believe that their water rights are inaccurately represented by the mapping project. Once all revision requests have been received and reviewed, the State Engineer will make final determinations. Currently, the completion date for the final report is set for September of 2020.
Upon request, Schroeder Law Offices can assist Project water users in the process or otherwise advise on the legal consequences of improperly mapped water rights.
