42-353. Lands saturated with seepage waters. The proprietor of any lands which have become saturated by seepage waters flowing out of any ditch, canal, reservoir or conduit shall be entitled to cut and open drains or trenches, or lay pipes or conduits for draining such lands and withdrawing the water therefrom, and conveying the same into any natural stream, arroyo, or watercourse, or may at his election convey such waters to other lands or places whatsoever, and apply the same to domestic, agricultural, manufacturing or other purposes in his pleasure.

History: L. 1891, ch. 133, art. 5, § 1; May 20; R.S. 1923, 42-353.