Maryland Code, Transportation § 8-627

(a)(1) In this section the following words have the meanings indicated.

(2) “Defense-related activity” means:

(3) “Highway authority” means a governing body or individual with the authority under law to restrict or close a highway to the public.

(4) “Political subdivision” means a county, municipal corporation, special taxing district, or public corporation of the State.

(5) “Public utility” includes a pipeline, gas, electric, heat, water, oil, sewer, communication, radio, transportation, railroad, airplane, or other system owned or operated for public use.

(1) Engaged in, or preparing to engage in, the manufacture, transportation, or storage of a product to be used in a defense-related activity;

(2) Engaged in, or preparing to engage in, the manufacture, transportation, distribution, or storage of gas, oil, coal, electricity, or water; or

(3) Operating a public utility.

(1) Set a hearing date; and

(2) Provide notice of the hearing at least 7 days before the hearing by publication in a newspaper of general circulation in the political subdivision where the property is located.

(e)(1) After the hearing, the highway authority may by order close or reasonably restrict the use of a public highway if the highway authority determines that the public safety and the safety of the property require the closure or restriction.

(2) The highway authority shall conspicuously post a notice in letters at least 3 inches high at each end of a highway that the highway authority closes or restricts.