"Obstruction" defined

Ind. Code § 36-9-27.4-4, under Removal of Obstructions in Mutual Drains and Natural Surface Watercourses.

Ind. Code § 36-9-27.4-4

Sec. 4. (a) As used in this chapter, "obstruction" means a condition that:

(1) exists within or near a drain; and (2) prevents or significantly impedes the flow of water through the drain. (b) The term includes the following: (1) The presence of: (A) one (1) or more objects inside or near a drain; (B) a quantity of materials inside or near a drain; or (C) damage to a drain; that prevents or significantly impedes the flow of water through the drain. (2) Obstructions that: (A) are created intentionally; and (B) occur naturally or are created unintentionally. As added by P.L.239-1996, SEC.3 and P.L.240-1996, SEC.2.