These sections prescribe the minimums relative to the accommodation, method, and location for the installation, adjustment, and maintenance of utility facilities, including privately owned, within the rights-of-way of highways on the state highway system. These sections are developed in the interests of safety and protection, utilization, and future development of highways with due consideration given to public service afforded by adequate and economical utility installations.

Source Note:The provisions of this §21.32 adopted to be effective January 1, 1976; amended to be effective May 29, 1989, 14 TexReg 2366.