(a) Effect on water rightsNothing in this subchapter shall—(1) constitute an express or implied reservation of water for any purpose; or
(2) affect any water rights in existence prior to October 21, 1999, including any water rights held by the United States.
(b) Additional water rightsAny new water right that the Secretary determines is necessary for the purposes of this subchapter shall be established in accordance with the procedural and substantive requirements of the laws of the State of Colorado.
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CHAPTER 1— NATIONAL PARKS, MILITARY PARKS, MONUMENTS, AND SEASHORES
§ 410fff–2. Establishment of Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park
§ 410fff–3. Acquisition of property and minor boundary adjustments
§ 410fff–4. Expansion of the Black Canyon of the Gunnison Wilderness
§ 410fff–5. Establishment of the Gunnison Gorge National Conservation Area
§ 410fff–6. Designation of wilderness within the Conservation Area
§ 410fff–9. Study of lands within and adjacent to Curecanti National Recreation Area