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Indiana Code Title 36. Local Government § 36-9-27-47

Current as of January 02, 2024 | Updated by Findlaw Staff

Sec. 47. (a) Whenever any person:

(1) goes upon any land under any contract, easement, or statute;  and

(2) damages a regulated drain or impedes the flow of such a drain by placing pipe, cable, or other material over, under, or through the drain;

the board shall serve upon the person an order requiring the person to immediately repair the damages and remove the obstruction.

(b) If the person fails to comply with the order, the county surveyor shall repair the damage and remove the obstruction.  The board may then bring an action against the person to recover damages, including the reasonable cost of repairing the damage and removing the obstruction, along with reasonable attorney's fees.

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