Dixie-Tenmile Basin Water Rights Reversal
Elko County
Summary
The county recommended approval of a water rights application by Gracian Uhalde to support mining exploration, dust control, and road construction in Butte Valley.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 3
- Last 30 days
- 0
Last discussed Aug 5, 2026.
Impact analysis
Supports local water hauling and mining exploration businesses.
Local water haulers and mining exploration operations.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Commissioners - Aug 5, 2026
The county is hiring a consultant to explore overturning a 2023 water rights relinquishment in the Dixie-Tenmile Basin. Securing this water back could support future residential and economic growth.
Board of Commissioners - Mar 18, 2026
The county is demanding that the State Engineer reverse a 2023 decision that voluntarily gave up over 5,400 acre-feet of groundwater rights in the Dixie-Tenmile Basin. Officials argue this ties up water needed for local economic growth and agriculture.
Board of Commissioners - Mar 4, 2026
The county recommended approval of a water rights application by Gracian Uhalde to support mining exploration, dust control, and road construction in Butte Valley.
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