Canadian county 33-11N-8W lots 1 and 2 are along the Canadian River which is considered non-navigable. When the river moves does the amount of mineral acreage change? I would also appreciate knowing the source of the determination.
Yes, river movement changes the accretion & riparian rights. A current survey must be undertaken to determine how many acres Lots 1 & 2 contain.
Gem, when the river moves, it depends on if the river has moved by accretion or avulsion. Movement by accretion does change the tract gross which affects the mineral interest amounts. Avulsive movement does not change the boundary line and will not change gross acres of the tract which won’t change the mineral acreage. Oklahoma Title 60 O.S. § 335 Oklahoma Title 60 O.S. § 336
Thank you for your detailed explanation.