IC 8-23-5-6: Maintenance of state institution roadways

Sec. 6. (a) The department shall maintain all highways and driveways located on the premises of institutions operated by the state, including the state fairgrounds upon a request for maintenance by the institution. The expense of maintaining a highway or driveway under this subsection shall be paid by the department, subject to the approval of the governor.

(b) The department shall:

(1) maintain public roads, parking areas, trails, and appurtenant structures constructed on properties of the department of natural resources; and

(2) construct new roads, parking areas, trails, and appurtenant structures on properties owned by the department of natural resources:

(A) upon the request of the department of natural resources;

(B) subject to the approval of the engineers of the department of natural resources as to the design and location of the new roads to preserve scenic values; and

(C) subject to the approval of the governor.