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WV SB711
Bill
Status
Introduced
2/2/2026
Primary Sponsor
Robbie Morris
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AI Summary
- Prohibits the Division of Highways from discharging concentrated highway runoff onto private property in ways that cause material flooding, erosion, or property damage unless conveyed to a lawful outfall
- Defines lawful outfalls as natural watercourses, ponds, lakes, public stormwater systems, detention/retention facilities, or other locations that do not damage private property
- Authorizes the Division of Highways to extend drainage facilities beyond highway rights-of-way and acquire drainage easements through purchase or eminent domain
- Permits temporary entry onto private property for sediment removal, debris clearing, and minor maintenance of drainage structures without acquiring permanent easements
- Limits state liability for damages from extraordinary weather events, natural drainage conditions, or situations where the division followed accepted engineering standards
Legislative Description
Prohibiting discharge of concentrated highway runoff onto private property
Roads and Transportation
Last Action
To Transportation and Infrastructure
2/2/2026
Committee Referrals
Transportation and Infrastructure 2/2/2026
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