Ohio § 5591.42
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5591.42, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5591.42.
The board of county commissioners together with the county engineer or an engineer
to be selected by the board, or the director of transportation, may ascertain the
safe carrying capacity of the bridges on roads or highways under their jurisdiction. Where the safe carrying capacity of any such bridge is ascertained and found to
be less than the load limit prescribed by sections 5577.01 to 5577.12 of the Revised Code , warning notice shall be conspicuously posted near each end of the bridge. The notice shall caution all persons against driving on the bridge a loaded conveyance
of greater weight than the bridge's carrying capacity.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5591.42
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5591.42 cover?
Section 5591.42 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 § 5591.42?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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