Virginia § 21-407 - Impairment or destruction of work during construction
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 21-407 — Impairment or destruction of work during construction, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 21-407. Impairment or destruction of work during construction
If there shall be any impairment or destruction of the drainage work by any unforeseen cause or occurrence not anticipated during the period of construction by the contractor, the contractor shall nevertheless repair and complete the works according to the contract and specifications, and shall be liable therefor and also his sureties on his bond.
Code 1919, § 1776; 1926, p. 625.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
Frequently Asked Questions About Virginia § 21-407
What does Code of Virginia § 21-407 cover?
Section 21-407 ("Impairment or destruction of work during construction") is part of the Code of Virginia, the codified statutory law of Virginia. 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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