Section 16987 - Elimination of dangerous curves and widening of narrow roads

(a) General rule.--A county may acquire, by purchase or by the right of eminent domain, property and lands situate along or adjacent to any county road as, in the opinion of the county commissioners, may be necessary to eliminate dangerous curves and widen narrow roads, for the better protection and safety to the traveling public. (b) Condemnation.--Upon a purchase or condemnation, the county commissioners having had property and lands condemned may cause to be abated or removed any dangerous curve or curves or widen the narrow road to the extent of the property and land so acquired. (c) Proceedings.--Proceedings for the condemnation of property and lands shall be as provided under Chapter 163 (relating to eminent domain and injury to property).