He who has a spring in his land may always use the waters at his will within the limits and for the needs of his inheritance.
The owner of a spring may no longer use it to the prejudice of the owners of the lower lands who, for more than thirty years, have made and completed, on the land where the spring springs, visible and permanent works intended to use the waters or to facilitate their passage through their property.
Nor may he use it in such a way as to deprive the inhabitants of a commune, village or hamlet of the water they need; but if the inhabitants have not acquired or prescribed its use, the owner may claim compensation, which shall be settled by experts.