(1) This chapter shall be deemed, without reference to any other statute, full authority for: The construction or reconstruction of any bridge or ferry;
(2) The acquisition, construction, and reconstruction of approaches thereto;
(3) The operation and maintenance thereof; and
(4) The issuance and sale of the bonds authorized by this chapter.
(5) This chapter shall be construed as an additional and alternative method for the aforementioned activities and for the financing thereof.
(6) No petition or election or other or further proceeding in respect to construction, reconstruction, and acquisition or to the issuance or sale of bonds under this chapter and no publication of any resolution, notice, or proceeding relating to the construction, reconstruction, or acquisition or sale of the bonds shall be required except such as are prescribed by this chapter, any provision of other statutes of the state to the contrary notwithstanding.