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The width of the right-of-way for all state highways shall be at least 40 feet.
The department may maintain any state highway having a lesser width of right-of-way, but shall not expend any money thereon for major construction or improvement until the width of the right-of-way is at least 40 feet.
Cite this article: FindLaw.com - California Code, Streets and Highways Code - SHC § 160 - last updated January 01, 2025 | https://codes.findlaw.com/ca/streets-and-highways-code/shc-sect-160/
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