Guidance Material

Refer to the PS&E date for which specifications version your project requires.

Structure Naming Rules - Provides details and examples for naming various structures including bridges, retaining walls, large culverts and other major structures.

Bridge Numbering Rules - Provides details and discussion on ODOT Bridge Section numbering guidelines.

The following links go to an FTP server. You will need to copy and paste the links into file explorer on your computer or install an FTP client in order to access them.

ABC Decision Making Program

You will need to install .net.framework on your computer to open these files.

Accelerated Bridge Construction Files
ftp://ftp.odot.state.or.us/bridge/bddm/ABC/

Standard Bridge Rail Calculations (Mathcad):

Main File Directory
ftp://ftp.odot.state.or.us/bridge/bddm/MathCad_Templates/

Other Resources (FTP not required)

Summary of ODOT Standard Rail Capacities

Summary of ODOT Standard Rail Weights

Deck Design 2022

Bridge Inspection Data (BrM) - Available through ODOT's Transportation Application website; password required.

Bridge Data System User Guide

The Bridge Data System provides ODOT drafters, engineers and consultants a means of tracking and viewing all work related to projects. It also provides a means of obtaining structure and drawing numbers for new work.

ODOT Bridge Log - Lists the following data for each structure: