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HomeHarbors and Navigation CodeDiv. 7Ch. 3Art. 1§ 4151 Towpath Location Procedures

§ 4151 Towpath Location Procedures

Harbors and Navigation Code·California
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§ 4151 Towpath Location Procedures

This law says that to locate and open a towpath, you must follow the same steps that are used to locate and open public roads in each county.

Key Takeaways

  • •Use the existing road‑opening procedures for towpaths.
  • •The rule applies in every county of the state.
  • •No separate or special process is needed for towpaths.

Example

A small town wants to open a towpath along a river so people can walk and ride bikes.

The town has to go through the same legal process it would use to open a new street—like getting approvals, doing surveys, and notifying the public—because the law says towpaths are handled just like roads.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

Official Source
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§ 4151 Towpath Location Procedures

In order to locate and open a towpath, the same proceedings shall be taken as are required by law to be taken in the respective counties of this State for the purpose of locating and opening public highways. (Enacted by Stats. 1937, Ch. 368.)

Last verified: January 11, 2026

Key Terms

towpathpublic highwaysproceedings

Related Statutes

  • § 4150 County Towpath Establishment Authority
  • § 4153 Towpath Fence Regulations
  • § 280 Vessel Meeting Navigation Rules
  • § 281 Vessel Collision Avoidance Rules
  • § 282 Sailing Vessel Right Of Way

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Harbors and Navigation Code. Section 4151.
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