OWRD

Drought Conditions and Assistance

Drought conditions are emerging in some areas. Find information about conditions, impacts, and assistance on our drought page or report your dry well here.

Water Right Transaction Fees Increased

Consistent with the passage of HB 2142, most water right transaction fees were increased effective July 1, 2021. Access a list of water right transaction fees or utilize the Department's updated fee calculators that can help applicants determine the correct fees for an application.

Wildfire Recovery Information

The Department has developed a wildfire recovery web page with information regarding water rights, well maintenance, and potential funding assistance. Learn more at Wildfire Recovery.

For other resources, visit wildfire.oregon.gov.

Offices Closed to the Public; Staff Available via Phone or Email

Due to the coronavirus pandemic, our offices are closed to the public, but we continue to work and our staff can be reached by email or phone.Click to view the OWRD COVID-19 operations summary.