Massachusetts § 54 - Repairs and rebuilding; mills and dams
Full text of Massachusetts Massachusetts General Laws § 54 — Repairs and rebuilding; mills and dams, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 54. Repairs and rebuilding; mills and dams
Section 54. At such meeting, or at any adjournment thereof, the majority in interest of the proprietors of the mill may take measures to cause the mill or the dam or appurtenances thereof to be repaired or rebuilt, as they shall consider most for the interest of all concerned therein.
Source: official Massachusetts text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Massachusetts § 54
What does Massachusetts General Laws § 54 cover?
Section 54 ("Repairs and rebuilding; mills and dams") is part of the Massachusetts General Laws, the codified statutory law of Massachusetts. 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 Massachusetts § 54?
A common citation format is "Massachusetts General Laws § 54" (Massachusetts). 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 Massachusetts law?
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How does Massachusetts § 54 apply to my situation?
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