Chapter 605 — ROADS AND BRIDGES

(605 ILCS 5/3-104.2) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-104.2) Sec. 3-104.2. The Department, or the Department in cooperation with municipal corporate authorities or county authorities, is authorized to receive and expend, by agreement or otherwise, federal funds for the construction, reconst…

(605 ILCS 5/3-104.3) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-104.3) Sec. 3-104.3. The Department or, by agreement with the Department, the highway authority of any county or township or road district of this State may, as a federal-aid project, construct, reconstruct, or improve any road or highwa…

(605 ILCS 5/3-105) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-105) Sec. 3-105. Except as otherwise provided in the Treasurer as Custodian of Funds Act, all money received by the State of Illinois from the federal government for aid in construction of highways shall be placed in the Road Fund in the S…

(605 ILCS 5/3-105.1) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-105.1) Sec. 3-105.1. Except as otherwise provided in "An Act in relation to the receipt, custody and disbursement of money allotted by the United States of America or any agency thereof for use in this State," approved July 3, 1939, as h…

(605 ILCS 5/3-106) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-106) Sec. 3-106. The Department shall take whatever steps may be necessary, after such federal aid highways have been completed, to cause such highways to be properly maintained in accordance with the requirements of the Federal Aid Road A…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107) Sec. 3-107. Whenever in the judgment of the Department it is necessary as an incident to the construction of a project on the National System of Interstate and Defense Highways, including extensions thereof within urban areas, or any …

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1) Sec. 3-107.1. The Department or any county is authorized to pay, as part of the cost of construction of any project on a State highway or federal aid highway, to any person displaced by the highway project (1) actual reasonable ex…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1a) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1a) Sec. 3-107.1a. In lieu of the payments authorized to be paid in Section 3-107.1 of this Code, the Department or any county may pay any person displaced from a dwelling, who elects to accept such payment, an expense and dislocati…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1b) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1b) Sec. 3-107.1b. In lieu of the payments authorized to be paid in Section 3-107.1 of this Code, the Department or any county may pay any person who moves or discontinues his business or farm operation, who elects to accept such pa…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1c) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1c) Sec. 3-107.1c. In addition to the amounts authorized to be paid in Sections 3-107.1, 3-107.1a, and 3-107.1b of this Code by the Department or any county, the Department or any county may, as a part of the cost of construction, m…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1d) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1d) Sec. 3-107.1d. In addition to the amounts authorized to be paid in Sections 3-107.1, 3-107.1a, 3-107.1b, and 3-107.1c of this Code, the Department or any county may reimburse the owner of real property acquired for a State highw…

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1e) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1e) Sec. 3-107.1e. The Department is authorized to adopt rules and regulations as may be determined necessary to implement any payments authorized by Sections 3-107.1 through 3-107.1d of this Code. (Source: P.A. 76-623.)

(605 ILCS 5/3-107.1f) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-107.1f) Sec. 3-107.1f. Nothing contained in this amendatory Act creates in any proceedings brought under the power of eminent domain any element of damages not in existence as of the date of enactment of this amendatory Act. (Source: P.…

(605 ILCS 5/3-108) (from Ch. 121, par. 3-108) Sec. 3-108. Any highway constructed as a federal aid highway under the provisions of the Federal Aid Road Act shall be a part of the State highway system unless, under the provisions of Section 3-104 or 3-104.1 or similar provisions o…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101) Sec. 4-101. The Department shall have the powers and duties stated in Sections 4-101.1 to 4-101.16, inclusive. (Source: P.A. 78-315.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.1) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.1) Sec. 4-101.1. To have general supervision of highways to which this Code applies under the provisions of Section 1-103 heretofore or hereafter constructed or thereafter maintained in whole or in part with State funds. (Source: Law…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.10) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.10) Sec. 4-101.10. To consult with other highway authorities relative to any question involving highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.11) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.11) Sec. 4-101.11. To make investigations to determine reasonably anticipated future need for federal aid highways and State highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.12) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.12) Sec. 4-101.12. To aid at all times in promoting highway improvement throughout the State and perform such other duties and have such other powers in respect to highways as may be imposed or conferred upon it by law. (Source: Law…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.13) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.13) Sec. 4-101.13. To publish maps in convenient forms showing State and other highways for use by the public and, in its discretion, to fix a charge therefor not in excess of the cost of publication. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.14) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.14) Sec. 4-101.14. To obtain, subject to the provisions of the "Personnel Code", approved July 18, 1955, as heretofore or hereafter amended, all employees necessary in the administration of its powers and duties under this Code. How…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.15) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.15) Sec. 4-101.15. The Department of Central Management Services shall procure for or in behalf of each State highway employee, without cost to him, public liability insurance protecting him against any liability arising out of his …

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.16) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.16) Sec. 4-101.16. To prepare or cause to be prepared and maintain or cause to be maintained a schedule of priority of needs in the selection of railroad-highway grade crossings to be separated without regard to whether the highway …

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.2) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.2) Sec. 4-101.2. To prescribe rules and regulations not inconsistent with law, relating to the examination and qualifications of candidates for the office of county superintendent of highways. Such rules and regulations shall, before…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.3) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.3) Sec. 4-101.3. To aid county superintendents of highways in establishing grades, preparing suitable systems of drainage and advise them as to the construction and maintenance of highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.4) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.4) Sec. 4-101.4. To cause plans, specifications and estimates to be prepared for the construction and repair of bridges and culverts when requested so to do by a county superintendent of highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.5) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.5) Sec. 4-101.5. To investigate and determine the various methods of highway construction adapted to different sections of the State and as to the best methods of maintenance of highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.6) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.6) Sec. 4-101.6. To compile statistics relating to highways throughout the State and collect such information in regard thereto as it shall deem expedient. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.7) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.7) Sec. 4-101.7. To approve and determine the final plans, specifications and estimates for all highways to which this Code applies under the provisions of Section 1-103 on which State funds may be expended. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 19…

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.8) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.8) Sec. 4-101.8. To let contracts in accordance with law for the construction of highways. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-101.9) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-101.9) Sec. 4-101.9. To prescribe a system of auditing and accounting for all highway moneys for the use of all county and road district officials, which shall be adopted and used by such officials, and which system shall be as nearly un…

(605 ILCS 5/4-102) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-102) Sec. 4-102. The Department may prepare, in accordance with the regulations of the designated authority of the United States Government, the project statements, sketch maps, surveys, plans, specifications, estimates, bid forms, contrac…

(605 ILCS 5/4-103) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-103) Sec. 4-103. Any contracts that may be entered into for the construction of highways shall be let after due public advertisement to the lowest responsible bidder, or bidders, upon terms and conditions to be fixed by the Department, and…

(605 ILCS 5/4-104) Sec. 4-104. Subcontractors' trust agreements. This Section applies to subcontractors' retainage amounts expected to be equal to or greater than $20,000. Upon the contractor's receipt of the first partial or progress payment from the Department, at the request o…

(605 ILCS 5/4-105) Sec. 4-105. (Repealed). (Source: P.A. 96-358, eff. 8-13-09. Repealed by P.A. 98-877, eff. 8-11-14.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-106) Sec. 4-106. Preservation of bridge infrastructure. (a) The Department may adopt rules governing all corrosion prevention projects carried out on eligible bridges. Rules may include a process for ensuring that corrosion prevention and mitigation methods are carr…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201) Sec. 4-201. The Department, in addition to, and not in limitation of, its general powers has the powers stated in Sections 4-201.1 through 4-201.20. (Source: P.A. 83-957.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.1) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.1) Sec. 4-201.1. To determine and adopt rules, regulations and specifications for State highways not inconsistent with this Code. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.10) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.10) Sec. 4-201.10. To provide for the lighting of State highways or portions thereof, when in the Department's opinion it is necessary for the convenience or safety of the public. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.11) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.11) Sec. 4-201.11. To number or renumber all State highways; and each State highway shall always be designated by a number. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.12) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.12) Sec. 4-201.12. Except as provided in the Illinois Adopt-A-Highway Act, to place, erect and maintain on highways all traffic control devices and signs authorized by this Code or by Chapter 11, Article III of the Illinois Vehicle …

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.13) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.13) Sec. 4-201.13. To construct, maintain, and operate bridges, on State highways a part of the Federal-aid highway network, across any stream between this State and any adjoining state where such bridge is necessary to connect the …

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.14) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.14) Sec. 4-201.14. (a) To construct, maintain and operate rest areas on State highways. In the operation of rest areas, the Department is authorized to prescribe reasonable rules and regulations not inconsistent with law, limiting t…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.15) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.15) Sec. 4-201.15. (a) To provide for the preservation of the natural beauty of areas through which State highways are constructed, and to acquire the fee simple title, or such lesser interest as may be desired, including scenic eas…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.16) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.16) Sec. 4-201.16. Land acquired for highway purposes, including buildings or improvements upon such property, may be rented between the time of acquisition and the time when the land is needed for highway purposes. The Department s…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.17) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.17) Sec. 4-201.17. To lease as lessee from the Illinois Highway Trust Authority any project at any time constructed or made available for public use by the Authority, and any property, real, personal, or mixed, tangible or intangibl…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.18) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.18) Sec. 4-201.18. To acquire land adjacent to the right-of-way on a federal aid system outside the central business district in an urban area of 50,000 population or more as provided by the Federal Aid Road Act and to construct and…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.19) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.19) Sec. 4-201.19. To issue permits for the establishment of telephone service at rest areas on the State Highway System where proper access to and from the main traveled lanes has been established and where such service will enhanc…

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.2) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.2) Sec. 4-201.2. For serving through or State traffic, to designate as part of the State highway system and to locate, construct and maintain highways to connect highways in the State highway system. (Source: Laws 1959, p. 196.)

(605 ILCS 5/4-201.20) (from Ch. 121, par. 4-201.20) Sec. 4-201.20. To conduct demonstration projects on public streets and highways designed to test and develop new technology for road and curb construction, reconstruction and maintenance. (Source: P.A. 83-957.)