2025-09715Proposed Rule

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

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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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Key Dates

Published Date
5/30/2025

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Transportation Department
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