# Local Government (GLG)

## Title 12. Other Powers of Counties -- Generally

### Subtitle 5. Public Roads

#### Section 12-503

(a) This section applies to all counties, except Baltimore City.

(b) The governing body of a county has control over county roads.

(c) The governing body of a county may appoint:

  (1) road supervisors; and

  (2) civil engineers to oversee the grading, construction, and repair of county roads.

(d) A civil engineer appointed in accordance with subsection (c) of this section shall:

  (1) hold office for a term, with a salary, under a bond, and subject to regulations of the governing body calculated to secure competent officers and a faithful discharge of duty; and

  (2) direct and manage the grading, construction, and repair of county roads.

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Md. Code Ann., Local Gov't (as displayed at mgaleg.maryland.gov, October 16, 2026)