August 9, 2018
Some of the most senior water rights in the Verde Valley are held by the various irrigation ditch companies that use water from the Verde River and Oak Creek. Above and below right is Cottonwood’s Andy Groseta, who represents the Cottonwood Ditch Association. VVN/Vyto Starinskas
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CAMP VERDE – The “growth” industry has fueled Arizona’s economy – growth in houses, offices, and places to have fun. Consistent growth is possible, in part, because of prudent water management in the more populated areas of the state. But outside the population hubs, some water rights still are tied up in court, making it hard for developers to plan.