Ohio § 5501.11
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5501.11, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5501.11.
(A) The functions of the department of transportation with respect to highways shall
be to do all of the following: (1) Establish state highways on existing roads, streets, and new locations and construct,
reconstruct, widen, resurface, maintain, and repair the state system of highways and
the bridges and culverts thereon; (2) Cooperate with the federal government in the establishment, construction, reconstruction,
improvement, maintenance, and repair of post roads and other roads designated by the
federal authorities; (3) Conduct research and cooperate with organizations conducting research in matters
pertaining to highway design, construction, maintenance, material, safety, and traffic; (4) Cooperate with the counties, municipal corporations, townships, and other subdivisions
of the state in the establishment, construction, reconstruction, maintenance, repair,
and improvement of the public roads and bridges. (B) To fulfill its functions under division (A) of this section, the department shall
develop and maintain a pavement management system. The system shall inventory and evaluate basic road and bridge conditions throughout
the state highway system and develop strategies to improve those conditions, minimize
annual maintenance of the state highway system, and ensure that a disproportionate
percentage of the roads and bridges on the state highway system are not due for replacement
or major repair at the same time. The department shall identify and promote longer pavement life spans to lessen user
delays and the disruption to traffic on the state highway system.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5501.11
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5501.11 cover?
Section 5501.11 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 5501.11?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 5501.11 apply to my situation?
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