7-31-4204: Investigation and remedial measures related to open ditches.

The governing body of the city or town is hereby given the power to:

(1) investigate the dangerous condition of such ditches within the corporate limits and declare any such ditch a public nuisance; and

(2) determine the measures necessary to remove the danger and public nuisance, including fencing or the use of culverts or other protective devices, based upon standards to be determined by such city or town.