ORS 543.092: Amendment of hydroelectric water right or claim; rules; unilateral amendment of power claim or uncertificated claim to assess project specific fees.

(1) Upon the request of the holder and the approval of the Water Resources Department, a hydroelectric water right or claim may be amended.

      (2) The Water Resources Department shall develop rules governing the process by which a hydroelectric water right or claim may be amended. Any amendments under subsection (1) of this section shall:

      (a) Be consistent with the final unified state position for the project;

      (b) Be consistent with the requirements of ORS chapter 543A;

      (c) Cause no injury to other water rights; and

      (d) Allow for public participation in the amendment process.

      (3) The Water Resources Director may unilaterally amend a power claim or uncertificated claim in order to assess project specific fees under ORS 543.080.