§ 27-502
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§27–502.
(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.