Federal Dam Bridge Rules from '74 Finally Get Axed
Published Date: 5/30/2025
Proposed Rule
Summary
The government is scrapping old rules from 1974 about building bridges on federal dams. This change affects anyone involved in dam bridge projects, making the process simpler and less costly. The update kicks in once finalized, cutting red tape and saving time and money for future projects.
Analyzed Economic Effects
1 provisions identified: 1 benefits, 0 costs, 0 mixed.
Rescinding 1974 Dam Bridge Rules
FHWA proposes to rescind the October 10, 1974 rule titled "Bridges on Federal Dams." Once the rescission is finalized, the change will simplify requirements for building bridges on federal dams and is expected to reduce time and costs for anyone involved in future dam bridge projects.
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