Riparian rights pertain to the use of water on, under, or adjacent to one's land. These rights may be qualified to avoid nuisance and pollution and are typically recognized in most eastern states, unlike in western regions, which often acknowledge usufructuary rights.
Usufructuary rights refer to the legal right to use and enjoy the benefits of someone else's property without owning it. These rights are often pertinent to natural resources like water or land.
Water rights dictate the legal entitlements of water usage owned by individuals or entities, covering both surface and groundwater. These rights are essential in agricultural, commercial, and residential sectors.
