Louisiana § RS 48:831 - Authority to construct, acquire, and operate
Full text of Louisiana Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:831 — Authority to construct, acquire, and operate, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ RS 48:831. Authority to construct, acquire, and operate
In addition to the powers now possessed by it, any parish or municipality may construct, acquire, improve, operate, and maintain tunnels, causeways, bridges, or any combination of such facilities, including all necessary approaches, fixtures, accessories, and equipment, in, over, through, or under the waterways of the state, the Gulf of Mexico, or any lakes, canals, bayous, bays, or inlets within the state or opening thereinto, and may pay the cost of such construction, acquisition, or improvement.
Source: official Louisiana text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Louisiana § RS 48:831
What does Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:831 cover?
Section RS 48:831 ("Authority to construct, acquire, and operate") 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 48:831?
A common citation format is "Louisiana Civil Code § RS 48:831" (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?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Louisiana official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Louisiana attorney.
How does Louisiana § RS 48:831 apply to my situation?
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