secondary and rural roads -- Studies -- Surveys -- Maps -- Personnel -- Equipment. The Department of Rural and Municipal Aid may promulgate administrative regulations pursuant to KRS Chapter 13A to establish standards for the construction, reconstruction, maintenance, and improvement of rural and secondary roads in the Commonwealth of Kentucky. The department shall conduct studies, make surveys, prepare maps, employ personnel, and obtain equipment as may be necessary for the establishment and maintenance of an integrated system of secondary and rural roads in the Commonwealth of Kentucky.