Louisiana § RS 48:483 - Draining of public roads
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:483 — Draining of public roads, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:483. Draining of public roads
Parish governing authorities may drain the public roads of their respective parishes by cutting ditches and canals where necessary through private property. The ditches and drains shall be of sufficient size to drain both the public road and the lands over which they are opened. They shall be located where least injurious to the owner of the property.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:483
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:483 cover?
Section RS 48:483 ("Draining of public roads") is part of the Louisiana Civil Code, the codified statutory law of Louisiana. 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 Louisiana § RS 48:483?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:483" (Louisiana). 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 Louisiana law?
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