Virginia § 33.2-278 - Facilities for persons desiring to fish from bridges
Full text of Virginia Code of Virginia § 33.2-278 — Facilities for persons desiring to fish from bridges, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 33.2-278. Facilities for persons desiring to fish from bridges
The Department may, upon the request in writing of any department or agency of the Commonwealth, construct and maintain on or in connection with any bridges that now constitute a part of any system of state highways platforms, walkways, or other facilities as may be necessary or proper for the safety and convenience of persons who desire to fish therefrom. The cost shall be paid out of funds furnished by the department or agency making the request from its own funds or funds furnished to such department or agency by gift from private sources. The Department shall not be held responsible for damage caused by the construction or use of such facilities.
Code 1950, § 33-123; 1970, c. 322, § 33.1-207; 2013, cc. 585, 646; 2014, c. 805.
Source: official Virginia text · Last verified 2026-08-27
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Section 33.2-278 ("Facilities for persons desiring to fish from bridges") 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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