California · Streets and Highways Code - SHC
SHC §160: The width of the right-of-way for all state highways shall be at least 40 feet.
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The width of the right-of-way for all state highways shall be at least 40 feet. The department may maintain any state highway having a lesser width of right-of-way, but shall not expend any money thereon for major construction or improvement until the width of the right-of-way is at least 40 feet.
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