(a) The department may require minimum specific standards
and procedures to be used in maintenance of the project during the
term of financial assistance.
(b) All structures defined as a bridge by the National
Bridge Inspection Standards shall be maintained in compliance with
applicable state and federal requirements. The department will perform
safety inspections of these structures in accordance with federal
requirements.
(c) In establishing the standards and procedures described
in subsection (a) of this section, if any, or in considering exceptions
to the standards and inspection procedures described in subsection
(b) of this section, the department shall consider:
(1) the applicant's past experience with similar projects
(if applicable); and
(2) whether the project is intended to become part
of the state highway system or otherwise to be subject to the jurisdiction
of the department.
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