GENERAL PROVISIONS

United States Code

U.S. Code most recently checked for updates: Jun 09, 2025

§ 491. Approval of and deviation from plans; exemptions

§ 492. Bridge as post route; limitation as to charges against Government; telegraph and telephone lines

§ 493. Use of railroad bridges by other railroad companies

§ 494. Obstruction of navigation; alterations and removals; lights and signals; draws

§ 494a. Study of bridges over navigable waters

§ 495. Violations of orders respecting bridges and accessory works

§ 496. Time for commencement and completion of bridge

§ 497. “Persons” defined

§ 498. Reservation of right to alter or repeal

§ 498a. Repealed.

§ 498b. Repealed.

§ 499. Regulations for drawbridges

§ 500. Deflection of current; liability to riparian owners

§ 501. Omitted

§ 502. Alteration, removal, or repair of bridge or accessory obstructions to navigation

§ 503 to 507. Repealed.

§ 508. Amount of tolls