# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally

### Subtitle 6. Bridges and Canals

#### Section 12-603

(a) This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.

(b) The governing body of a county:

  (1) may build and repair bridges; and

  (2) shall impose a tax on the assessable property in the county necessary to pay for the building and repair of bridges, including embankments and abutments.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)