Ohio § 5589.06
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5589.06, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5589.06.
No person shall wrongfully obstruct any ditch, drain, or watercourse along, upon,
or across a public highway, or divert any water from adjacent lands to or upon a public
highway. Whenever the township highway superintendent learns of any obstruction of any ditch,
drain, or watercourse along, upon, or across a public highway, or diversion of any
water from adjacent lands to or upon a public highway, he shall notify the board of
township trustees, which shall cause written notice thereof to be personally served
upon the person, firm, or corporation, or upon any agent in charge of the property
of the person, firm, or corporation causing such obstruction or diversion. Notice may be served by a constable of the proper township or any person authorized
and deputed therefor by the board of township trustees, and shall describe and locate
said obstruction or diversion and direct its immediate removal. If the person, company, or corporation does not within five days from the receipt
of written notice proceed to remove such obstruction and complete the removal within
a reasonable time, the township highway superintendent, upon the order of the board
of township trustees, shall remove the obstruction. The expense incurred shall be paid in the first instance out of any money levied,
collected, and available for highway purposes and shall then be collected from the
person, company, or corporation by civil action by the board of township trustees,
and paid into the highway fund of the township.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5589.06
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5589.06 cover?
Section 5589.06 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. 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 Ohio § 5589.06?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5589.06" (Ohio). 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 Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 5589.06 apply to my situation?
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