Title 27. Drainage Districts — Subtitle 5. Rights-of-Way and Condemnation
Statutes in effect as of October 1, 2026.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 27-501 (2026)
Title 27. Drainage Districts
Subtitle 5. Rights-of-Way and Condemnation
§ 27–501LinkCopy Citation
A drainage district may acquire a right–of–way across land that is not affected by the drainage project but is located in the drainage district to construct a ditch or canal or for any other necessary purpose authorized by law.
Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't § 27-502 (2026)
Title 27. Drainage Districts
Subtitle 5. Rights-of-Way and Condemnation
§ 27–502LinkCopy Citation
(a)
The board of drainage commissioners has the power of eminent domain and may begin condemnation proceedings under Title 12 of the Real Property Article if:
(1)
it is necessary to acquire a right–of–way through land not affected by the drainage; and
(2)
the land cannot be acquired by purchase.
(b)
The board of drainage commissioners shall award damages out of the first funds available from bond proceeds or otherwise.