Arizona § 48-2989 - Construction of works across public or private property
Full text of Arizona Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-2989 — Construction of works across public or private property, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 48-2989. Construction of works across public or private property
The board of directors may construct district works across any stream of water, water-course, street, avenue, highway, railway, canal, ditch, flume or private property which the route of the canal or canals, ditches, conduits or other irrigation or drainage works or appurtenances intersect or cross. If the board and the persons owning or controlling any property, installation or franchise to be used or crossed cannot agree on the amount to be paid for the taking, use or privilege thereof, such amount shall be ascertained and determined in the manner provided by law for taking land for public uses. The district may locate, construct and maintain the works or reservoirs over, through or upon any lands which are the property of the state under the direction and supervision of the state land department.
Source: official Arizona text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Arizona § 48-2989
What does Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-2989 cover?
Section 48-2989 ("Construction of works across public or private property") is part of the Arizona Revised Statutes, the codified statutory law of Arizona. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Arizona § 48-2989?
A common citation format is "Arizona Revised Statutes § 48-2989" (Arizona). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Arizona law?
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How does Arizona § 48-2989 apply to my situation?
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