California § 1397 - If a navigable body of water is the boundary line between counties, the boards of
Full text of California Public Contract Code - PCC § 1397 — If a navigable body of water is the boundary line between counties, the boards of, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 1397. If a navigable body of water is the boundary line between counties, the boards of
If a navigable body of water is the boundary line between counties, the boards of such counties may join in the construction of a free county bridge upon the terms to which they agree. In the event of a failure to agree, either county may build a bridge and retain control thereof.
Source: official California text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About California § 1397
What does Public Contract Code - PCC § 1397 cover?
Section 1397 ("If a navigable body of water is the boundary line between counties, the boards of") is part of the Public Contract Code - PCC, the codified statutory law of California. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
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Is this the official text of California law?
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