§ 21-806. Special speed limitations for elevated structures

   (a) Inspection of bridge or other elevated structure. -- On request of any local authority, the State Highway Administration shall investigate and, on its own initiative, it may investigate any bridge or other elevated structure that is a part of a highway.

(b) Determination of maximum safe speed on bridge or other elevated structure; posting. -- If it determines that the structure cannot safely withstand the weight of vehicles traveling at the maximum speed limit otherwise permitted by this subtitle, the State Highway Administration shall:

   (1) Establish the maximum speed limit that the structure can safely withstand; and

   (2) At each approach to the structure, place or permit the placement of a suitable sign stating the maximum speed limit.

(c) Effectiveness of posted maximum speed limits. -- A maximum speed limit established under this section is effective when posted on appropriate signs giving notice of the limit.

HISTORY: An. Code 1957, art. 66 1/2, § 11-806; 1977, ch. 14, § 2; 1993, ch. 214; 2004, ch. 150.