60-2-206. Compilation of statistics -- investigation -- consultation. (1) The department shall compile statistics regarding public highways throughout the state and collect all related information deemed expedient.
(2) It shall investigate various methods of construction adapted to different sections of the state and decide the best methods of construction and maintenance of highways, bridges, and road markers.
(3) The department may be consulted at all reasonable times by county officers having care and authority over highways and bridges and shall advise them on construction, repair, alteration, or maintenance.
(4) The department shall furnish such information and advice as may be requested by persons interested in the construction, maintenance, and marking of public highways. It shall at all times lend its aid in promoting highway improvement throughout the state.
History: En. Sec. 4-110, Ch. 197, L. 1965; amd. Sec. 78, Ch. 316, L. 1974; R.C.M. 1947, 32-2410.
Structure Montana Code Annotated
Title 60. Highways and Transportation
Chapter 2. State Administration
Part 2. Department of Transportation General Powers and Duties
60-2-201. General powers of department
60-2-202. Duties of department
60-2-203. Maintenance responsibility
60-2-204. Maintenance agreements with local governments
60-2-205. Powers of department with respect to highways not located entirely within the state
60-2-206. Compilation of statistics -- investigation -- consultation
60-2-207. Agreements concerning analysis of effects of weight on highways
60-2-208. Seeding along highways
60-2-209. Description and plan of new highway or reconstructed or controlled-access facility
60-2-210. Payment of construction and maintenance costs within municipalities
60-2-211. Bypassing of municipalities -- consent of municipal governing body
60-2-213. Interstate emergency maintenance service agreements
60-2-214. and 60-2-215 reserved
60-2-219. Department authorized to accept and expend funds for welcome and farewell signs
60-2-220. Cultural heritage areas -- signs -- location and design -- funding
60-2-225. Department to maintain projects website
60-2-226. through 60-2-239 reserved
60-2-240. Use of postconsumer recycled materials in highway construction projects
60-2-241. Prohibited materials
60-2-242. Markers -- commemorative highways
60-2-244. Human trafficking hotline -- posted notice required at rest areas
60-2-245. Construction projects -- project impacts -- notice