The board shall:
1. Adopt a seal.
2. Manage and conduct the affairs and business of the district.
3. Make and execute all necessary contracts, deeds and conveyances.
4. Employ such agents, attorneys and employees as required, and prescribe their duties and compensation.
5. Establish rules and regulations for the government of the board, and for the distribution and use of water upon lands included in the district.
6. Generally perform all acts necessary to carry out the purposes of this chapter.