2018-06-08
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The purpose of this memorandum is to provide information on the obligation requirements for Minimum Condition of National Highway System (NHS) Bridges (NHS Bridge Condition Penalty). The memorandum also discusses the next steps if a State that is subject to the NHS Bridge Condition Penalty does not fully obligate bridge penalty set-aside funds.
08/03/2026
Hartmann, J. (2018). Implementation of the NHS Bridge Condition Penalty (23 U.S.C. 119(f)(2)) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92799
Hartmann, Joseph. Implementation of the NHS Bridge Condition Penalty (23 U.S.C. 119(f)(2)) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2018. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92799.
Hartmann, Joseph Implementation of the NHS Bridge Condition Penalty (23 U.S.C. 119(f)(2)) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2018, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92799.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2024-04-04
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This document contains frequently asked questions and answers (Q&As) for the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS) regulation, 23 CFR part 650, subpart C.
08/03/2026
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration (2024). Questions and Answers on the National Bridge Inspection Standards, 23 CFR Part 650, Subpart C. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92798
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Questions and Answers on the National Bridge Inspection Standards, 23 CFR Part 650, Subpart C. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2024. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92798.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration Questions and Answers on the National Bridge Inspection Standards, 23 CFR Part 650, Subpart C. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2024, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92798.
The U.S. Department of Transportation (USDOT) Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) sponsored this project to develop guidelines and trainings for switching operations and shoving movements in rail yards. This project aims to produce safety themes from focus groups with yardmasters; these themes will assist FRA to identify future research areas and
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08/03/2026
Tweedie, D. W. I., & Coplen, M. (2026). Findings From a Preliminary Review of Switching Operations Training Needs (Report No. RR 26-05). United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92797
Tweedie, Donald Wayne, III and Michael Coplen. Findings From a Preliminary Review of Switching Operations Training Needs. Report no. RR 26-05. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration, 2026. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92797.
Tweedie, Donald Wayne, III, and Michael Coplen Findings From a Preliminary Review of Switching Operations Training Needs. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration, 2026, Report no. RR 26-05, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92797.
2012-09-27
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The following table contains new FMIS improvement type codes which are being implemented in order to properly record project information when obligating MAP-21 apportionments. Guidance and a complete list of bridge, tunnel and other asset improvement types are contained in attachments 1, 2, and 3.
08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2012). Financial Management Information System (FMIS) New and Updated Improvement Type Codes for Bridges, Tunnels and Other Assets [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92796
Lwin, Maung Myint. Financial Management Information System (FMIS) New and Updated Improvement Type Codes for Bridges, Tunnels and Other Assets [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2012. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92796.
Lwin, Maung Myint Financial Management Information System (FMIS) New and Updated Improvement Type Codes for Bridges, Tunnels and Other Assets [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2012, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92796.
2014-07-25
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This memorandum1 provides continued guidance on the collection of element level data for bridges on the National Highway System (NHS)2, issues revisions to the previously provided XML schema (attachment one) and example XML data set (attachment two). This schema provides the framework necessary to support the reporting of element level bridge condi
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08/03/2026
Hartmann, J. (2014). Revision to December 16, 2013, Memorandum on Specification for the National Bridge Inventory Bridge Elements (SNBIBE) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92795
Hartmann, Joseph. Revision to December 16, 2013, Memorandum on Specification for the National Bridge Inventory Bridge Elements (SNBIBE) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2014. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92795.
Hartmann, Joseph Revision to December 16, 2013, Memorandum on Specification for the National Bridge Inventory Bridge Elements (SNBIBE) [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2014, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92795.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information
2026-07-29
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The Gasoline Product Supplied report offers insight on weekly fluctuation of the gasoline product supply, which is an important part of any analysis of construction trends, materials and operating costs associated with highway repair and construction, and changes in traffic volume. These data come directly from the Energy Information Administration
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08/03/2026
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information (2026). Special Issue - Weekly Motor Fuel Report: Gasoline Product Supplied for Fiscal Year Week No. 43, Data Complete Through 7/24/2026. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92794
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information. Special Issue - Weekly Motor Fuel Report: Gasoline Product Supplied for Fiscal Year Week No. 43, Data Complete Through 7/24/2026. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information, 2026. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92794.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information Special Issue - Weekly Motor Fuel Report: Gasoline Product Supplied for Fiscal Year Week No. 43, Data Complete Through 7/24/2026. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Office of Highway Policy Information, 2026, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92794.
In 2022, the Federal Railroad Administration (FRA) contracted ENSCO to implement previously developed forecasting models for autonomous track geometry measurement systems (ATGMS) into an operational environment. This report describes the improvements to the track geometry foot-by-foot filtering and forecasting methods originally developed under tho
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08/03/2026
Baillargeon, J. P., Wang, J., & Ghodratighalati, M. (2026). Implementation of Advanced Track Geometry Forecasting Models [Research Results] (Report No. RR 26-02). United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92793
Baillargeon, Jay P., Jiajun Wang, and Mohamad Ghodratighalati. Implementation of Advanced Track Geometry Forecasting Models [Research Results]. Report no. RR 26-02. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration, 2026. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92793.
Baillargeon, Jay P., et al. Implementation of Advanced Track Geometry Forecasting Models [Research Results]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Railroad Administration, 2026, Report no. RR 26-02, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92793.
2011-06-13
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The purpose of this memorandum is to provide clarification of the responsibilities of State Departments of Transportation (DOTs) for locally owned highway bridges under the National Bridge Inspection Program (NBIP).
08/03/2026
Gee, K. W. (2011). Bridge Inspection Program Responsibility of the States [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92792
Gee, King W.. Bridge Inspection Program Responsibility of the States [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92792.
Gee, King W. Bridge Inspection Program Responsibility of the States [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92792.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration
2011-12-01
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The Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) reviewed the current state of highway bridge inspection practice for identifying and following up on critical findings and through a contract with HDR Engineering developed this report to summarize best practices and areas for improvement based on site visits to twelve States. The requirement for highway br
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08/03/2026
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration (2011). Summary Report of Critical Findings Reviews for the National Bridge Inspection Program. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92791
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. Summary Report of Critical Findings Reviews for the National Bridge Inspection Program. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92791.
United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration Summary Report of Critical Findings Reviews for the National Bridge Inspection Program. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92791.
2009-06-03
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This memorandum presents some frequently asked questions (FAQ) regarding the evaluation and elimination from the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) of bridges over waterways with unknown foundations. The FAQ's and answers are provided in Attachment A and should serve to clarify the intent of language and target date set forth in the FHWA January 9, 20
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08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2009). Frequently Asked Questions - Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92790
Lwin, Maung Myint. Frequently Asked Questions - Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2009. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92790.
Lwin, Maung Myint Frequently Asked Questions - Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2009, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92790.
The purpose of this Technical Advisory is to provide recommendations for the use of NDE technologies to supplement gusset plate inspection when visual techniques are inadequate to determine the extent of deterioration due to corrosion.
08/03/2026
Gee, K. W. (2010). Inspection of Gusset Plates Using Non-Destructive Evaluation Technologies: Technical Advisory. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92789
Gee, King W.. Inspection of Gusset Plates Using Non-Destructive Evaluation Technologies: Technical Advisory. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2010. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92789.
Gee, King W. Inspection of Gusset Plates Using Non-Destructive Evaluation Technologies: Technical Advisory. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2010, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92789.
2012-04-09
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In 2011, FHWA implemented a risk-based, data-driven (risk & data) National Bridge Inspection Program (NBIP) oversight process. Building on this process, this memorandum provides guidance on applying risk concepts and data utilization to develop strategies for conducting scour evaluations, addressing unknown foundations, developing Plans of Action (
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08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2012). Guidance on Applying Risk Based, Data Driven Decision-Making Process to the FHWA Scour Program [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92788
Lwin, Maung Myint. Guidance on Applying Risk Based, Data Driven Decision-Making Process to the FHWA Scour Program [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2012. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92788.
Lwin, Maung Myint Guidance on Applying Risk Based, Data Driven Decision-Making Process to the FHWA Scour Program [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2012, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92788.
2007-05-17
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The purpose of this memorandum is to update and clarify the policy of the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) regarding public disclosure of National Bridge Inventory (NBI) data. The updated policy is intended to replace all prior policies, both formal and informal.
08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2007). Public Disclosure of National Bridge Inventory (NBI) Data [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92787
Lwin, Maung Myint. Public Disclosure of National Bridge Inventory (NBI) Data [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2007. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92787.
Lwin, Maung Myint Public Disclosure of National Bridge Inventory (NBI) Data [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2007, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92787.
2009-10-29
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This memorandum presents technical guidance on conducting risk-based assessments for bridges over waterways with unknown foundations. Attachment "A" provides an example procedure for categorizing bridges and conducting assessments. Please note that this is one example. Several bridge owners are using other acceptable methods to assess bridges with
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08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2009). Additional Guidance for Assessment of Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92786
Lwin, Maung Myint. Additional Guidance for Assessment of Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2009. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92786.
Lwin, Maung Myint Additional Guidance for Assessment of Bridges Over Waterways with Unknown Foundations. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2009, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92786.
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide direction regarding the in-service inspection, inventory, and testing of butt welds in fracture critical members fabricated from AASHTO M244 Grade 100 (ASTM A514/A517) steel, more commonly known as "T-1" steel.
08/03/2026
Kalla, H. (2021). Non-Destructive Testing of Fracture Critical Members Fabricated from AASHTO M244 Grade 100 (ASTM A514/A517) Steel [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92785
Kalla, Hari. Non-Destructive Testing of Fracture Critical Members Fabricated from AASHTO M244 Grade 100 (ASTM A514/A517) Steel [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2021. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92785.
Kalla, Hari Non-Destructive Testing of Fracture Critical Members Fabricated from AASHTO M244 Grade 100 (ASTM A514/A517) Steel [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2021, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92785.
The purpose of this memorandum is to provide direction regarding the in-service inspection, inventory, and evaluation of bridges and bridge components fabricated from uncoated weathering steel.
08/03/2026
Hartmann, J. (2023). Inspection Finding Follow-up Actions for Uncoated Weathering Steel Bridges [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92784
Hartmann, Joseph. Inspection Finding Follow-up Actions for Uncoated Weathering Steel Bridges [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2023. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92784.
Hartmann, Joseph Inspection Finding Follow-up Actions for Uncoated Weathering Steel Bridges [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2023, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92784.
2011-09-29
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The purpose of this memorandum is to clarify FHWA's position on the use of assigned load ratings as a means of complying with the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). Section 650.313 of the NBIS stipulates each bridge is to be load rated in accordance with the AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation (MBE), First Edition/2008
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08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2011). Assigned Load Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92783
Lwin, Maung Myint. Assigned Load Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92783.
Lwin, Maung Myint Assigned Load Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92783.
The purpose of this memorandum is to clarify FHWA's position on the analysis of Specialized Hauling Vehicles (SHVs) as defined in the AASHTO Manual for Bridge Evaluation (MBE) during bridge load rating and posting to comply with the requirements of the National Bridge Inspection Standards (NBIS). The intent of the load rating and posting provisions
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08/03/2026
Krolak, J. S. (2013). Load Rating of Specialized Hauling Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92782
Krolak, Joseph S.. Load Rating of Specialized Hauling Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2013. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92782.
Krolak, Joseph S. Load Rating of Specialized Hauling Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2013, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92782.
On December 4, 2015, the President signed into law the Fixing America's Surface Transportation Act (FAST Act) (Pub. L.114-94). Section 1410 of the FAST Act amended 23 U.S.C. 127, Vehicle weight limitations-Interstate System, by revising the weight limits for certain vehicles on the Interstate System. The purpose of this memorandum is to provide gui
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08/03/2026
Hartmann, J. (2016). Load Rating for the FAST Act's Emergency Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92781
Hartmann, Joseph. Load Rating for the FAST Act's Emergency Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2016. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92781.
Hartmann, Joseph Load Rating for the FAST Act's Emergency Vehicles [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2016, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92781.
2011-11-15
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The purpose of this memorandum is to notify offices that FHWA is revising the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) Item 63 - Method Used to Determine Operating Rating, and Item 65 - Method Used to Determine Inventory Rating in the Coding Guide report number, FHWA-PD-96-001.
08/03/2026
Lwin, M. M. (2011). Revisions to the Recording and Coding Guide for the Structure, Inventory and Appraisal of the Nation's Bridges (Coding Guide) Items 63 and 65, Method Used to Determine Operating and Inventory Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92780
Lwin, Maung Myint. Revisions to the Recording and Coding Guide for the Structure, Inventory and Appraisal of the Nation's Bridges (Coding Guide) Items 63 and 65, Method Used to Determine Operating and Inventory Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92780.
Lwin, Maung Myint Revisions to the Recording and Coding Guide for the Structure, Inventory and Appraisal of the Nation's Bridges (Coding Guide) Items 63 and 65, Method Used to Determine Operating and Inventory Ratings [Memorandum]. United States. Department of Transportation. Federal Highway Administration, 2011, ROSA P. https://rosap.ntl.bts.gov/view/dot/92780.
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