Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 83 § 9

Current through Chapter 223 of the 2024 Legislative Session
Section 83:9 - Obstruction of ditches

Whoever, by himself, his agents or servants, deposits in or along any ditch or drain constructed under section four any material which will obstruct the flow of water therein shall be punished by a fine of ten dollars, and shall be liable in tort to the commonwealth, the county, city or town controlling the ditch or drain for all damages caused thereby, for the cost and expense of removing the obstructing material and of restoring the ditch or drain to its former condition.

Mass. Gen. Laws ch. 83, § 9