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2015 Nebraska Bridge Conference 1
NBIS Metrics
David Mraz FHWA – Nebraska Division
2015 NDOR Bridge Conference Kearney, NE
Introduction
n Why do bridge inspections have to be done on time?
n What makes a timely bridge inspection compliant with the NBIS?
n What is David’s advice?
Why are inspections done on time?
n To assure the public our bridges are safe to cross
Why are inspections done on time?
n For timely bridge preservation and forecasting future funding needs
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Why are inspections done on time?
n It’s the law
What makes a timely bridge inspection compliant with the NBIS?
n Item 90 – Inspection is completed within the same month as the previous inspection
Examples of timely inspection based on 24 month frequency
n Bridges inspected on April 1, 2013 (Item 90) needs to be inspected between April 1, 2015 and April 30, 2015 – NBIS Compliant
Examples of timely inspection based on 24 month frequency
n Bridges inspected on April 15, 2013 (Item 90) needs to be inspected between April 1, 2015 and April 30, 2015 – NBIS Compliant
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Examples of timely inspection based on 24 month frequency
n Bridges inspected on April 30, 2013 (Item 90) needs to be inspected between April 1, 2015 and April 30, 2015 – NBIS Compliant
Examples of timely inspection based on 24 month frequency
n Bridges inspected on April 30, 2013 (Item 90) is then inspected next on May 1, 2015 – NBIS Non -Compliant
David’s Advice
n Plan ahead n Perform inspections early in the
month n NDOR’s email notification
system can assist you
Can’t we factor in risk with inspection frequency?
n Not yet but it’s coming n 48 month extended
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Summary
n Timely bridge inspections are extremely important
n Plan ahead n Use the email notification to your
advantage
Any Questions???
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