Can the general public hunt along or use a public ditch for recreational purposes?
No, a public ditch is an easement for drainage only. The land remains private property. Like all private property, you need to get the landowner’s permission before entering the property.

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1. What is a county ditch?
2. Can the general public hunt along or use a public ditch for recreational purposes?
3. A county ditch is blocked or needs repair. What can be done to solve this problem?
4. I want to do some work in a county ditch. How do I get permission?
5. Who pays for ditch improvements and repairs?
6. When is the “one rod” ditch buffer required on a county ditch?
7. What is a ditch repair?
8. What is a ditch improvement?