South Platte River Compact (1923)

+Division of the waters of the South Platte River is accomplished by this compact between Colorado and Nebraska, with consent of the Unites States Congress.

+From the 15th day of October until April 1, Colorado has full use of the water of the South Platte River within the boundaries of the State except that Nebraska is entitled to divert surplus waters if the proposed Perkins County Canal is constructed.

+From the first day of April to the 15th day of October, if the mean flow at the interstate station is less than 120 cubic feet per second, Colorado shall not permit diversions from the lower section of the river to supply appropriators with dates of priority subsequent to June 14, 1897.

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