(a) The department shall use and require the use of xeriscape practices in:
(1) the construction of roadside parks; and
(2) the maintenance of roadside parks.
(b) In implementing this section, the department shall follow the guidelines adopted under Section 2166.404, Government Code.

Terms Used In Texas Transportation Code 392.002

  • Jurisdiction: (1) The legal authority of a court to hear and decide a case. Concurrent jurisdiction exists when two courts have simultaneous responsibility for the same case. (2) The geographic area over which the court has authority to decide cases.

(c) In this section:
(1) “Roadside park” includes a rest area, picnic area, welcome station, or other facility that is:
(A) provided for the convenience of the traveling public;
(B) within or adjacent to a highway right-of-way; and
(C) under the jurisdiction of the department.
(2) “Xeriscape” has the meaning assigned by Section 2166.404, Government Code.
(d) Expired.