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Settlement reshapes New Mexico water debt and rights
The settlement clears a $14 million fine, assigns a federal river master, and sets obligations for New Mexico while a 150 000 acre foot water credit accumulates. Carlsbad Irrigation District and stakeholders applaud progress though drought and domestic wells raise concerns about metering and future impacts. Community leaders push careful oversight to protect agriculture and local water supplies.
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New Mexico
Risely-White
Carlsbad Irrigation District
Pecos Valley
U.S. Bureau of Reclamation
Dale Ballard
Artesia
Carlsbad
Texas
Ezzell
Norris
Daniel Davis
Interstate Stream Commission
Squire
Chaves
Lake Arthur
Pecos
Aron Balock
State Commission