ARMY DIR 2014-08 — Water Rights Policy For Army Installations In The United States
ARMY DIR 2014-08 governs Army policy for identifying, asserting, preserving, acquiring, and maintaining water rights at Army installations.
- Publication number: ARMY DIR 2014-08
- Title: WATER RIGHTS POLICY FOR ARMY INSTALLATIONS IN THE UNITED STATES
- Date: 05/12/2014
- Proponent: G-9
- Status: ACTIVE
View ARMY DIR 2014-08 on armypubs.army.mil
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ARMY DIR 2014-08 addresses water rights under Federal and State law, existing water rights analysis, supporting records, and permanent record maintenance. It requires annual reporting, implementing guidance, and documentation related to water rights.
Applies to: This policy applies to all Army installations in the United States. It is not applicable to U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Civil Works projects and facilities.
Topics covered
- Army water rights
- Ground and surface water
- Federal and State water rights laws
- Water supply needs and access
- Supporting water rights records
- Annual water rights reporting
Questions and answers
How much water does the Army require for its missions?
The Army requires enough water to carry out its missions without significant disruptions. (paragraph 2)
When must OACSIM report on the Army's water rights?
By 31 December of each calendar year, the Office of the Assistant Chief of Staff for Installation Management (OACSIM) will report to the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy and Environment) on the current state of the Armys water rights. (paragraph 6)
When must OACSIM issue implementing guidance for the water rights policy?
OACSIM will issue implementing guidance to execute this policy no more than 180 days from the date of this directive and will coordinate the guidance with the Environmental Law Division, Office of the Judge Advocate General, before it is issued. (paragraph 7)
What must installations analyze about their water supply and rights?
All installations or activities must analyze the adequacy of their current and future water supply needs, rights and access. (paragraph 4)
How must commands maintain water rights records?
OACSIM should require commands to initiate procedures for permanently maintaining such records. (paragraph 6)