Under what condition can a right of way be vacated?

A right of way can be vacated when it is determined to be no longer necessary for public use. This situation typically arises when the road or pathway is underutilized, has been replaced by alternative routes, or has become obsolete due to changes in infrastructure or community needs. The principle behind this condition is that public resources should be allocated efficiently and effectively; if a right of way does not serve a legitimate public interest, it is appropriate to vacate it and potentially allow for other uses of the land.

While requests from property owners, higher priority construction projects, or objections from public interest groups may influence the decision-making process regarding the use or significance of a right of way, they are not primary conditions under which a right of way is vacated. The key factor remains its necessity for public use, which ensures that any decision is based on actual community needs rather than individual interests or external pressures.