Nambe/Pojoaque/Tesuque River Basin Adjudication (NPT or Aamodt)

The Joe M Stell Water Ombudsman Program is a New Mexico state-wide program within the Utton Center at the University of New Mexico School of Law. The Ombudsman Program assists unrepresented water right claimants in navigating the New Mexico adjudication process. The Office of the State Engineer is working on the adjudication of surface water right priorities as well as the post 1982 domestic wells. The Program provides a toll-free help line, mailings and public presentations.

Toll Free Help Line: 1-877-775-8333 for Aamodt questions

Ombudsman's direct line: 505-277-0551
Darcy S. Bushnell, Director

For information on the New Mexico adjudication process, click below to view the Ombudsman Program's step-by-step video guide.

Video - The Water Rights Adjudication Process in New Mexico

Para ver el vídeo en español:

• Haga clic en el lazo de sitio web debajo
• Seleccione el título en español debajo de la pantalla

Video - El Proceso de Juicio de Derechos de Agua en Nuevo Mexico

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The Ombudsman Program does not offer legal advice. Claimants who believe they need legal advice are encouraged to consult with an attorney. The Ombudsman Program is not associated with any court, the federal government or the Office of the State Engineer.