Nebraska Law Prohibits the following activities in the county road(s) or ditch(s)
- Obstructing or injuring the surface of the road or ditch
- Farming, cleaning or digging in or on road or within the county right-of-way
- Fencing or pasturing of the county right-of-way or ditches
- Installing driveways without first obtaining a permit from Kearney County.
- Diverting water into the right-of-way and/or blocking or altering the flow of water.
- Allowing a pivot irrigation system or any other irrigation system to water the road
- Dumping trash, trees, or other debris in the road or ditch.
These activities without the proper permits and/or approval from Kearney County are violations and punishable as crimes. Your cooperation in prohibiting these activities is appreciated for the safety of all. Before you plan to affect a road or ditch, please contact the Kearney County Department of Roads or the Kearney County Board of Commissioners to obtain the necessary permits.