GAZIANO, J.
In this appeal, we consider the scope of the common-law doctrine of "prior public use." Under this long-standing doctrine, public lands acquired for one public use may not be diverted to another inconsistent public use unless the subsequent use is authorized by plain and explicit legislation. Robbins v. Department of Pub. Works...
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