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Neighbor's Runoff: Legal Remedies, Not Dams

Building a dam risks liability if water backs up onto neighbor's property. Legal recourse: sue for damages. Review "Some Principles of Water Law in the Southeast" (1961) for framework. Consult an attorney.

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