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Water Law of the American West: A Systems Approach - Dylan R. Hedden-Nicely

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Water Law of the American West: A Systems Approach Dylan R. Hedden-Nicely ISBN 9781531023027

Water Law: Principles and Practice provides a comprehensive introduction to the complex field of water law, focusing on the development, allocation, use, and preservation of fresh water across and beneath the landscape. The text emphasizes the dual role of water law: mediating human interaction over water resources and balancing human needs with the sustainability of the resource itself.

Modern water law practice requires a deep understanding not only of judicial precedents but also of science-based agency administration, statutory frameworks governing water use, and adjudication processes. In the United States, particularly in the West, water law involves navigating the interrelationships among three sovereigns—state, tribal, and federal governments—reflecting the federal ownership of significant land and water resources and the pivotal role of American Indian tribes.

Students will explore pressing contemporary challenges, including fully appropriated water sources, increasing demand, and climate-driven variability in supply. The book also addresses evolving social values that recognize instream and environmental flows as legitimate and vital uses of water, alongside traditional consumptive uses.

Additionally, the text introduces the growing importance of diplomacy and innovative solutions in resolving water disputes, aiming to equip students with the skills and perspective to engage positively in contemporary western water law. Through this approach, the co-authors seek to inspire a new generation of water law practitioners to contribute meaningfully to sustainable water management.

Water Law of the American West: A Systems Approach Dylan R. Hedden-Nicely ISBN 9781531023027, 978-1531023027 & 9781531023034

Authors:
Dylan R. Hedden-Nicely
Barbara A. Cosens
Dale D. Goble