Guidelines for BCI Screen Entry
Cost estimates for bridge and bridge-class culvert work are shown on the TxDOTCONNECT Location tab, Proposed Bridge window corresponding with BCI on DCIS P4 screen. The Bridge Cost Information data is used to determine the cost per square foot (unit cost) of the bridge. This information is also used to determine the unit cost for a particular type of bridge, which is used by bridge designers to select the type of superstructure most economical for a particular location, and to prepare estimates for similar bridge projects.
As mentioned above, the Bridge Cost Information is important data that is used to ensure bridge funding and provide good estimates for funding allocations; therefore, it is important that the Bridge Cost Information data is accurate. For more detailed information about how to enter this data, please use the pertinent memoranda on the internal Bridge Division Bridge Management web page
The following information is required on the Proposed Bridge and subsequently BCI screen for all bridge projects:
- Type of bridge work (replacement, new, widening, rehabilitation, maintenance, repair, and removal)
- Permanent Structure Number (PSN), commonly referred to as the National Bridge Inventory (NBI) number. Include the existing (old) NBI for replacement projects.
- On or off state system
- Type of bridge
- Deck area
- Cost percentage
- Bridge length
Detailed step-by-step instructions can be found on the internal Bridge Division Bridge Management web page.