7-31-4201. Findings and purpose. (1) The legislature declares that the control of ditchwater in inhabited areas of Montana is affected with the public interest.
(2) The purpose of this part is to prevent drowning of children in ditches filled or partially filled with water within the limits of an incorporated city or town.
History: En. Sec. 1, Ch. 63, L. 1961; amd. Sec. 1, Ch. 306, L. 1969; R.C.M. 1947, 11-4001(part).
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Chapter 31. General Emergency and Protective Services
7-31-4201. Findings and purpose
7-31-4202. Interpretation of part
7-31-4203. Open ditch declared nuisance
7-31-4204. Investigation and remedial measures related to open ditches
7-31-4205. Procedure to close and fill ditch -- notice