LAC 43:XI.2303. Underwater Obstruction Sites (Formerly §327)

A. If the assistant secretary has been unable to identify the owner of an obstruction prior to removal of the obstruction, the secretary (or assistant secretary) may expend monies from the fund to remove the obstruction and fully restore the site. B. The secretary shall be authorized to recover the removal and restoration costs from the owner of the underwater obstruction. C. The state shall be exempt from the provisions of this Part. D. The secretary, the assistant secretary, and their agents shall not be liable for any damages arising from an act or omission if the act or omission is part of a good faith effort to carry out the purpose of this Part.