Sherlock v. Greaves

The plaintiffs, as owners of rights in the waters of Crow Creek in Broadwater county, brought this action to enjoin the defendants, who are residents of the town of Radersburg, from diverting or using water diverted from this creek in alleged violation of the rights of plaintiffs. The plaintiffs use the water of Crow Creek for the production of various crops. The defendants have been using water from this creek for irrigating gardens, lawns, and for some domestic uses.

The trial court made findings and conclusions in favor of the plaintiffs and caused judgment to be entered enjoining…