KRS 269.240: Removal of obstructions from nonnavigable streams or drains by owner in

counties of over 250,000 -- Inspection and notice by county engineer.

(1) The owner of land in any county containing more than 250,000 population through

which a nonnavigable stre am has its natural outlet, or through which ditches or

drains have been constructed and other ditches have their outlet, shall keep the same

free from driftwood, trash or any obstruction which would stop the free flow of

water.

(2) The county engineer shall inspect such streams, ditches and drains and see that they

are free from obstructions. If he finds any obstruction, he, or one of his deputies or

ditch inspectors, shall notify the owner of the land abutting on the stream, ditch or

drain in writing to remove the obstruction.