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Fargo engineers explain right-of-way: public asset the city maintains
Summary
City Engineer Tom Nachmus described right-of-way as public property typically extending two feet behind sidewalks; the city oversees work in that area, enforces standards and coordinates with utilities and contractors to protect public infrastructure.
Tom Nachmus defined right-of-way as the portion of land transferred to city ownership to provide public services—"from 2 feet behind the back of sidewalk" across the street in many Fargo cases—and said the city is responsible for overseeing work in that area so private utilities and contractors meet standards.
Nachmus said oversight happens throughout project bidding and construction, with staff like Evan onsite verifying contractors meet specifications. He stressed that right-of-way management protects public assets and ensures private utility placement does not negatively affect city infrastructure.
