Property Ownership
A riparian rights owner in North Dakota has the right to use water from:
AAny water body anywhere in the state
BOnly state-owned wells
CA water course or body that borders or runs through their property✓ Correct
DNeighboring property owners' private wells
Explanation
Riparian rights belong to landowners whose property borders a natural water course or body. In North Dakota, water law is complex, blending riparian and prior appropriation doctrines.
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