Minnesota § 163.111 - DRAINAGE FACILITY, VACATION
Full text of Minnesota Minnesota Statutes § 163.111 — DRAINAGE FACILITY, VACATION, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 163.111. DRAINAGE FACILITY, VACATION
On consideration of a petition for vacation of a county highway, the county board shall determine whether the lateral ditches of said highway are essential for surface drainage of adjacent lands, or for drainage of public highways, in the area. If the board finds that preservation of such drainage facilities is for the general health and welfare of the public, then the board may cause the highway to be vacated with a provision that the county shall retain the right of access for the purpose of maintaining such drainage facilities. An owner of land adjacent to the vacated portion of the highway shall not interfere with the functioning of such drainage facilities.
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Official Publication of the State of Minnesota
Revisor of Statutes
Frequently Asked Questions About Minnesota § 163.111
What does Minnesota Statutes § 163.111 cover?
Section 163.111 ("DRAINAGE FACILITY, VACATION") is part of the Minnesota Statutes, the codified statutory law of Minnesota. 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 Minnesota § 163.111?
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Is this the official text of Minnesota law?
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How does Minnesota § 163.111 apply to my situation?
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