Michigan § 247.440 - Jurisdiction over highways in more than one county.
Full text of Michigan Michigan Compiled Laws § 247.440 — Jurisdiction over highways in more than one county., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 247.440. Jurisdiction over highways in more than one county.
All highways improved under the provisions of this act by the county road commissioners, or by the state highway commissioner, where more than 1 county is affected, that are parts of county roads shall be and remain under the jurisdiction of the county road commissioners of the county in which such highway is situate. Any township road improved hereunder shall be and remain subject to the jurisdiction or authority of the proper township officials after such improvement: Provided, however, That in all cases, the jurisdiction of the county and township officials shall be subject to the right to make proper repairs out of the maintenance fund, if any, hereinbefore provided for. In any highways improved along a county line, jurisdiction over the portion improved shall remain the same as though no improvement had been made upon such highway.
Source: official Michigan text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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What does Michigan Compiled Laws § 247.440 cover?
Section 247.440 ("Jurisdiction over highways in more than one county.") is part of the Michigan Compiled Laws, the codified statutory law of Michigan. 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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