Appropriation doctrine
Appropriation Doctrine
The Appropriation Doctrine (pronunciation: /əˌprōprēˈāSH(ə)n dɒktrɪn/) is a principle of water law that grants water rights to the first individual or entity to use a water source for a beneficial purpose. The doctrine is primarily used in the western United States, where water is often scarce.
Etymology
The term "Appropriation Doctrine" originates from the Latin word 'appropriare', meaning 'to make one's own', and the Greek word 'dokein', meaning 'to seem'. The doctrine was developed during the 19th century to manage water usage in arid regions of the United States.
Related Terms
- Beneficial Use: The use of water that is considered beneficial, such as for irrigation, municipal water supply, or industrial use.
- Riparian Rights: A system of water rights that is based on ownership of the land adjacent to a water source.
- Prior Appropriation: A principle of water law that grants water rights based on the order in which the water was first used.
- Water Law: An area of law that governs the ownership and use of water resources.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Appropriation doctrine
- Wikipedia's article - Appropriation doctrine
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