If a nonoperational track becomes operational, the operator of that railroad shall, not less than thirty days prior to operating on the track, cause public notice to be given thereof, by publication in each newspaper published in each county in which the operator intends to operate, once each week for four consecutive weeks, notifying the public of the date on which operations shall begin. The operator shall also notify each school superintendent in those counties in writing of the commencement of operations.
SDCL 31-28-7.2