Idaho § 47-902 - Right of way for mining purposes - Railroads, ditches, and tunnels
Full text of Idaho Idaho Statutes § 47-902 — Right of way for mining purposes - Railroads, ditches, and tunnels, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 47-902. Right of way for mining purposes - Railroads, ditches, and tunnels
When any mine or mining claim is so situated, that for the more convenient enjoyment of the same a road, railroad or tramway therefrom, or ditch or canal to convey water thereto, or a ditch, flume, cut or tunnel to drain or convey the waters or tailings therefrom, or a tunnel or shaft, may be necessary for the better working thereof, which road, railroad, tramway, ditch, canal, flume, cut, shaft or tunnel, may require the use or occupancy of lands or mining grounds, owned, occupied or possessed by others than the person or persons or body corporate, requiring an easement for any of the purposes described, the owner, claimant or occupant of the mine or mining claim first above mentioned, is entitled to a right of way, entry and possession for all the uses and privileges for such road, railroad, tramway, ditch, canal, flume, cut, shaft or tunnel, in, upon, through and across such other lands or mining claims, upon compliance with the provisions of this chapter.
Source: official Idaho text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Idaho § 47-902
What does Idaho Statutes § 47-902 cover?
Section 47-902 ("Right of way for mining purposes - Railroads, ditches, and tunnels") is part of the Idaho Statutes, the codified statutory law of Idaho. 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 Idaho § 47-902?
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Is this the official text of Idaho law?
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How does Idaho § 47-902 apply to my situation?
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