Missouri § 236.240 Dams deemed public nuisances, when.

Missouri Statutes

§ 236.240 — Dams deemed public nuisances, when.

Missouri § 236.240

Title XIVROADS AND WATERWAYS

Ch. 236Dams, Mills and Electric Power

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Mo. Rev. Stat. § 236.240 (2026).

Text

All dams, stoppages and obstructions not made according to law shall be deemed to be public nuisances, and may be dealt with as such.

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Legislative History

(RSMo 1939 § 10309) Prior revisions: 1929 § 9180; 1919 § 7422; 1909 § 5479

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Additional information to be set out.

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Petition, where filed.

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Proceedings on return of inquest.

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Costs, how adjudged.

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