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The chief engineer or his designated representative shall approve all plans, specifications, and estimates for the construction of all highways under the provisions of this Chapter.  He also has such other duties as may be assigned to him by the secretary or by the provisions of this Chapter.  He shall report the proceedings of his office annually to the secretary of the department.  Subject to and pursuant to the provisions of La. Rev. Stat. 48:259, the chief engineer has direct supervision of the maintenance of the highways and other facilities of the department.

Amended by Acts 1977, No. 291, §1; Acts 1979, No. 413, §2, eff. July 11, 1979; Acts 1984, No. 625, §1; Acts 2006, No. 11, §5.