§ 49-19-12 — When pipeline carrier may exercise right of eminent domain

Every common pipeline carrier which shall have filed with the commission its acceptance of
the provisions of this chapter has, subject to chapter 32-15, the right and power of eminent
domain in the exercise of which it may enter upon and condemn the land, right of way,
easements, and property of any person necessary for the construction, maintenance, or
authorization of its pipeline. The manner and method of such condemnation, and the
assessment and payment of the damages therefor are the same as is provided by law in the
case of railroads. The right of eminent domain and the right to use public lands, highways, or

roads for right of way for pipelines shall be acquired only by compliance with the provisions of
this chapter.