Nebraska § 28-1303 - Stagnant water; raising or producing, unlawful; penalty; abatement.
Full text of Nebraska Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 28-1303 — Stagnant water; raising or producing, unlawful; penalty; abatement., with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 28-1303. Stagnant water; raising or producing, unlawful; penalty; abatement.
Whoever shall build, erect, continue or keep up any dam or other obstruction in any river or stream of water in this state and thereby raise an artificial pond, or produce stagnant waters, which shall be manifestly injurious to the public health and safety, shall be guilty of a Class III misdemeanor and the court shall, moreover, order every such nuisance to be abated or removed.
Source: official Nebraska text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Nebraska § 28-1303
What does Revised Statutes of Nebraska § 28-1303 cover?
Section 28-1303 ("Stagnant water; raising or producing, unlawful; penalty; abatement.") is part of the Revised Statutes of Nebraska, the codified statutory law of Nebraska. 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 Nebraska § 28-1303?
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Is this the official text of Nebraska law?
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