The State Engineer Legal Service Division in Santa Fe is responsible for overseeing the management and allocation of New Mexico's water resources, including surface and groundwater. The State Engineer holds authority over the supervision, measurement, appropriation, and distribution of streams and rivers that traverse state borders.
Additionally, as Secretary of the Interstate Stream Commission, the State Engineer plays a crucial role in interstate water resource management and policy development. With a focus on water rights and sustainability, the State Engineer Legal Service Division ensures the effective regulation and utilization of water throughout the state.
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