Indiana Code
Chapter 27.4. Removal of Obstructions in Mutual Drains and Natural Surface Watercourses
36-9-27.4-14. Findings of Board

Sec. 14. (a) If, after a hearing held under this chapter, the drainage board finds that:
(1) the obstruction of a drain or a natural surface watercourse that is alleged in the petition exists; and
(2) the removal of the obstruction will:
(A) promote better drainage of the petitioner's land; and
(B) not cause unreasonable damage to the land of the respondents;
the drainage board shall find for the petitioner.
(b) If, after a hearing held under this chapter, the drainage board is unable to make the findings described in subsection (a), the drainage board shall deny the petition.
As added by P.L.239-1996, SEC.3 and P.L.240-1996, SEC.2.

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