§ 21-33. Obstruction of natural or existing drainage.

(a)

It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to construct, deposit, or cause to be located any material or substance whatever within the limits of a natural or existing drainage ditch, channel, stream, drain or course such that the free flow of drainage is obstructed, impeded, or diverted to other lands.

(b)

It shall be unlawful for any person or persons to place and/or burn any leaves, trash, or other debris in parish drainage facilities, including but not limited to any natural or existing ditch, channel, stream, drain or course.

(c)

Any person or person who violates any provision of this section shall be fined not more than one hundred dollars ($100.00) or imprisoned for not more than ten (10) days or both, for each violation.

(Ord. No. 7944, 3-11-85; Ord. No. 8678, 5-7-01)