Texas § LG.552.011 - USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
Full text of Texas The Texas Constitution § LG.552.011 — USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN POWER, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ LG.552.011. USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN POWER
USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN POWER. A municipality that owns its water system may exercise the power of eminent domain to condemn private property located inside or outside the municipal limits to acquire rights-of-way for digging or excavating canals or for laying water mains or other pipelines to bring water into the municipality for public use. Acts 1987, 70th Leg., ch. 149, Sec. 1, eff. Sept. 1, 1987. Renumbered from Local Government Code, Section 402.011 by Acts 2007, 80th Leg., R.S., Ch. 885 (H.B. 2278 ), Sec. 3.76(a)(2), eff. April 1, 2009.
Source: official Texas text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Texas § LG.552.011
What does The Texas Constitution § LG.552.011 cover?
Section LG.552.011 ("USE OF EMINENT DOMAIN POWER") is part of the The Texas Constitution, the codified statutory law of Texas. 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 Texas § LG.552.011?
A common citation format is "The Texas Constitution § LG.552.011" (Texas). 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 Texas law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Texas official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Texas attorney.
How does Texas § LG.552.011 apply to my situation?
Statutes are interpreted in context, and application depends on your specific facts. Only a licensed attorney in Texas can advise on how this section applies to you. Contact your state or local bar association for a referral.
Sources & Verification
Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed attorney in Texas.