(a) For purposes of this chapter, a dedication must be:
(1) an explicit voluntary grant of the use of a private road for public purposes; and
(2) communicated in writing to the commissioners court of the county in which the real property is located.
(b) An oral dedication or intent to dedicate by overt act is not sufficient to establish a public interest in a private road under this chapter.

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Terms Used In Texas Transportation Code 281.003

  • in writing: includes any representation of words, letters, or figures, whether by writing, printing, or other means. See Texas Government Code 312.011
  • Real property: Land, and all immovable fixtures erected on, growing on, or affixed to the land.