Property Ownership
In Idaho, a water right can be forfeited if the holder:
ASells their property
BAbandons or fails to use the water for beneficial purposes for a period of 5 consecutive years✓ Correct
CDies without a will
DTransfers it to a different property
Explanation
Under Idaho's prior appropriation doctrine, a water right can be forfeited through non-use. Idaho Code provides that a water right may be forfeited for 5 consecutive years of non-use without a valid excuse.
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