Water Resources

Water Rights

Nevada is the most arid state in the nation, with an average total precipitation of only 9 inches per year. Water resources are in heavy demand from agricultural, municipal and industrial users. Approximately 60% of the state’s water comes from surface sources while some areas of Nevada rely solely on ground water supplies. Because water is limited, the Nevada Division of Water Resources regulates the appropriation and use of both ground and surface water rights. In order to obtain water for agricultural, municipal or industrial uses, water rights must be applied for and the beneficial use proven in order to receive a permit.

Resource Concepts, Inc. has been involved in water rights assistance since their establishment in 1978. With extensive experience in guiding private land and business owners through the complex process of water acquisition, we provide the following services:

• Water Rights Appropriation
• Water Rights Transfers/Acquisitions
• Adjudications
• Water Use Plans
• Water Rights Permit Maintenance & Support

Water Quality

With limited water availability, water quality is an important issue in Nevada. Surface and ground water can be contaminated by a variety of sources such as agricultural runoff, erosion, and municipal and industrial discharges. RCI’s professional environmental staff relies on decades of experience and training in compliance with the Clean Water Act of 1972 to assist private, governmental and tribal organizations with water quality issues. Our services include:

• Surface & Ground Water Monitoring
• Water Quality Sampling & Analysis Plans
• Agency Coordination
• Water Quality Standards Review
• Statistical Analysis
• Hydrologic Studies & Analysis
• Non-point Source Assessment & Management Plans