Every Country Girl (or Guy) Should Know About This: Water

January 11th, 2008 categories: Buying Land Advice, Real Estate News

Canal “Water deliv?” The answer to this simple, important question is sometimes misunderstood even by the agents representing the buyer.

You will find this short question on a MLS listing in the same area where it gives you information about the irrigation district and water shares available.

The long version should read, “Is the irrigation water able to be delivered to the property without the buyer having to do anything extra”

1. Yes, you can always haul in water (or deliver it)… does not count!

2. No, you might not be able to get the neighbors cooperation in running a ditch across their front yard. The bigger question being the cost of getting the water to your property.

3. NO, just because they have water shares does not automatically mean it is deliverable.(or why else would they ask the question?)

Water is dear to the hearts of Idahoans who live in a high mountain desert. With no more than 20 inches of rain each year, irrigation water is vital to our standard of living and to our green lawns!

Each property is usually within a designated irrigation district. The Irrigation district can assist in determining which land has a valid water right and can help you determine the point of delivery for the water.

Be sure you know the answers and fully understand your rights concerning this very important issue before you sign on the dotted line.

One more thing to keep in mind when buying country property in Idaho.