Overview

This manual was developed to provide bridge project developers and designers with the policies and guidelines set forth by the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) regarding the following:
  • bridge programming and funding
  • preliminary planning of bridge structures
  • preparation and review of bridge layouts
  • preparation and review of plans, specifications, and estimates (PS&E) for bridge projects.
This manual is subject to revision as conditions, experience, or research data warrant.
The manual is not a substitute for engineering experience, knowledge, or judgment. Special situations may call for variation from these policy requirements.