Water Boundaries: Demystifying Land Boundaries Adjacent to Tidal or Navigable Waters

A unique, practical guide to watercourse law

This comprehensive guide offers complete, readable explanations ofthe legal issues and evidence procedures related to the location ofthe property boundaries of lands adjacent to watercourses.

Beginning with a clear examination of the basics of land title andthe legal principles defining property boundary movement, itdiscusses property boundary determination for a broad range ofdifferent watercourse environments-including open ocean coast, estuarine areas, tidal rivers, non-tidal rivers and navigablestreams, and navigable lakes. This book will equip readerswith:
* A basic understanding of the land title and boundary system
* A framework for analyzing disputes about the boundary of propertyadjacent to a waterbody tailored to the specifics of each type ofphysical regime
* Insight to recognize when expert consultation is required toresolve a dispute and how to make the consultation useful andproductive
* Case studies illustrating the actual application of the lawsdiscussed


Because of its extensive information and easy-to-use format, WaterBoundaries is the ideal resource for surveyors and lawyersconfronted with riparian or littoral property boundary issues.