Oklahoma § 66-12 - To restore stream or highway
Full text of Oklahoma Oklahoma Statutes § 66-12 — To restore stream or highway, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 66-12. To restore stream or highway
Every corporation constructing, owning, or using a railroad,
shall restore every stream of water, watercourse, street, highway,
plank road, toll or wagon road, turnpike, or canal, across, along,
or upon which said railroad may be constructed, to its former state,
or to such condition as that its usefulness shall not be materially
impaired, and thereafter maintain the same in such condition against
any effects in any manner produced by such railroad. When any lands
shall be required in order to change any highway, street, turnpike,
or plank road, toll or wagon road, the same may be condemned, taken,
and compensation made in the manner provided by law, and, when
taken, shall become a part of such highway, street, turnpike, or
plank road, toll or wagon road, to the same extent as, and by the
same tenure, by which the adjacent parts thereof are held.
R.L. 1910, § 1387.
Frequently Asked Questions About Oklahoma § 66-12
What does Oklahoma Statutes § 66-12 cover?
Section 66-12 ("To restore stream or highway") is part of the Oklahoma Statutes, the codified statutory law of Oklahoma. 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 Oklahoma § 66-12?
A common citation format is "Oklahoma Statutes § 66-12" (Oklahoma). 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 Oklahoma law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Oklahoma official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Oklahoma attorney.
How does Oklahoma § 66-12 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Oklahoma can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
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