Property Ownership
In NH, a 'riparian rights' owner (property bordering a river or stream) typically has the right to:
AOwn the water in the adjacent stream
BReasonable use of the water, including access and limited withdrawal, consistent with other riparian owners' rights✓ Correct
CDivert the entire stream for personal use
DSell the water rights separately from the land
Explanation
NH follows the riparian rights doctrine: landowners whose property borders a natural watercourse have the right to reasonable use of the water. They may not unreasonably interfere with other riparian owners' use. Water rights are attached to the land and cannot generally be sold separately.
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