New Jersey § 58:5-19
Full text of New Jersey New Jersey Statutes § 58:5-19, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 58:5-19.
If the commission decides to construct any reservoir which may intercept or interfere
with the flow of waters that may be part of the feeder of any canal or which may be
claimed by any canal corporation, the commission may acquire from the canal corporation
the necessary water rights for the reservoir by agreement with the canal corporation;
and if it shall prove impossible to make such agreement, the commission may acquire
by condemnation the necessary water flowage or other rights from the canal corporation.
Frequently Asked Questions About New Jersey § 58:5-19
What does New Jersey Statutes § 58:5-19 cover?
Section 58:5-19 is part of the New Jersey Statutes, the codified statutory law of New Jersey. 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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