S.D. Codified Laws § 49-41B-NEW

Current through 2024 Legislative Session

Section 49-41B-NEW - [Newly enacted section not yet numbered] [Effective 7/1/2024]

An operator of a pipeline facility carrying carbon dioxide is liable for repairs of drain tile, which was installed prior to the installation of the pipeline facility, where the installation, construction, operation, maintenance, or repair of the pipeline facility is the proximate cause of the damage to the drain tile. The operator's liability pursuant to this section shall:

(1) Continue for the life of the pipeline facility;

(2) Cover full replacement costs including without limitation material, labor, and equipment; and

(3) Include the reclamation and restoration of topsoil as part of any drain tile repair.

SDCL 49-41B-NEW

Added by S.L. 2024, ch. TBD,s. 9, eff. 7/1/2024.