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##### Office of Bridge Technology

Subject: **[ACTION]{.underline}**: Request for Candidates -- Historic
Date: February 28, 2003

Covered Bridge Preservation Program -- Reply

due: April 11, 2003

*/Original Signed by Raymond J. McCormick/*

From: Raymond J. McCormick, P.E.

Acting Director of Bridge Technology

To: Directors of Field Services

Division Administrators

Federal Lands Highway Division Engineers

The purpose of this memorandum is to solicit FY 2003 candidate bridge
projects from the States for the preservation, rehabilitation, or
restoration portion of the National Historic Covered Bridge Preservation
Program (NHCBP). This program was established by Section 1224 of the
Transportation Equity Act for the 21^st^ Century (TEA21), and provides
funding to assist the States to preserve, rehabilitate, or restore the
Nation=s historic covered bridges. For the purposes of this program, the
term "historic covered bridge" means a covered bridge that is listed or
eligible for listing on the National Register for Historic Places.

The program provides for two categories of projects. One is for grants
to assist the States to rehabilitate, repair, and preserve the Nation=s
historic covered bridges. The second is for the conduct of research and
technology transfer. The total FY 2003 appropriation available for this
program is \$3,974,000.

Applications will be accepted for the Historic Covered Bridge
Preservation, Rehabilitation, or Restoration portion of the program
only. **Please do not accept candidates for the research portion of this
program as part of this solicitation.** The research portion will be
addressed separately.

> Grants will be awarded to States submitting applications that
> demonstrate a need for assistance in carrying out one or more eligible
> projects as outlined below:

1.  to preserve, rehabilitate, or restore a historic covered bridge.

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2.  to preserve an historic covered bridge, through (i) installation of
    a fire protection system; (ii) installation of a system to prevent
    vandalism and arson; and (iii) relocation of a bridge to a
    preservation site.

To ensure the projects retain their historical significance, each
project must be carried out in the most historically appropriate manner
following the Department of Interior's Standards, and the standards and
guidelines approved by the State Historic Preservation Officer. The
Secretary of the Interior's Standards for the Treatment of Historic
Properties may be obtained at the website,
<http://www2.cr.nps.gov/tps/secstan1.htm>, and should be consulted for
the distinct approaches to treatment of historic properties. Although
the Standards were developed for historic buildings, the terms,
guidelines, and suggested approaches are generally applicable to
historic covered bridges.

> We request that all applications be submitted on or before April 11,
> 2003.
>
> Please refer to the attached program summary for additional guidance.
> Using the criteria and associated selection considerations, please
> assist your State departments of transportation to determine the
> projects to be submitted.
>
> Attached is an application form to be used for candidate projects. The
> State\'s application should describe the project in enough detail to
> demonstrate that it meets one or more of the goals of this program.
> The application and other supporting documents that provide a further
> description of the project, such as the scope of work and bridge
> plans, should be completed and submitted to the Office of Bridge
> Technology. Projects previously submitted but not selected may reapply
> with an updated application form.

Questions concerning this program should be addressed to Steve Ernst,
Office of Bridge Technology, at (202) 366‑4619.

Attachments

**APPLICATION**

**National Historic Covered Bridge Preservation Program**

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Project type (preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration)
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NBI structure number \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_
Bridge Name \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Location (e.g., county, city, route)
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Congressional District/Representative
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Year Built \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ Is the structure on
the National Register of Historic Places? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Is the structure eligible for listing on the National Register of
Historic Places? \_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Structure description (e.g., \# of spans, length, width, design type,
description of decking, beams/stringers, sides & roof, wood species,
wood preservation system in use, historical significance, builder, type
of traffic on bridge.) (In addition to a narrative, should submit set of
plans.) What are the qualities that qualify the bridge for the National
Register?

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Previous repair work (description, year, etc.)

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This project provides for preservation, rehabilitation, or restoration
of a covered bridge. The terms are as defined in the Secretary of the
Interior=s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties which were
developed to help protect the nation=s irreplaceable cultural resources
by promoting consistent preservation practices. The restored structure
should be functional and cater to today=s traffic. However, at the same
time construction and restoration work has to complement the original
architecture. Provide a description of proposed work including fire
protection system, and arson prevention system to be used. (Note: Fire
Retardant Treatments affect the properties of wood and are also not
recommended by AASHTO or the Industry).

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All wood used for outdoor applications must be properly treated with
wood preservatives. Describe the preservative system proposed, and the
standards to be followed.

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Does the State have a historic bridge inventory/management plan accepted
by the State Historic Preservation Officer (SHPO)? A programmatic
agreement for historic bridges with the SHPO, FHWA and the ACHP may
substitute.

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State if the SHPO has certified that preservation of the bridge is
warranted in accordance with the SHPO=s State-wide historic preservation
plan; how it benefits state-wide preservation efforts; how it enhances
cultural tourism or enhances the history/economic development of the
community; and other benefits of successful completion of this project.

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Has the work plan been reviewed by the SHPO or Local Certified
Government and meet the goals of the State Historic Preservation Plan,
the Department of Interior (DOI/NPS) standards for rehabilitation and
standards/guidelines developed by FHWA for this program?

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Does the State or local government plan to support the project with
funds or other resources? (e.g. donated materials or labor) Indicate
amount.

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Describe the current load carrying capacity of the bridge, and the load
carrying capacity of the bridge once work is completed. Will the
repaired structure carry State=s legal load?

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When the project is complete, will the bridge meet the current State or
AASHTO standards for the roadway classification that it carries?
Explain.

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If any innovative techniques are used for the repair work, performance
of these may need to be evaluated, generally for 2 years after
completion. State if this work involves any new techniques or process.

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The FHWA desires to have a publishable report which includes the history
of the bridge, both original and new construction techniques, an
accurate documentation of the restoration work, cost information, etc.
In addition, provide a name of the responsible person in charge of the
project final report.

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Schedule for start of work (month/year) Schedule for completion of work
(month/year) \_

**[Cost Estimates]{.underline}:**

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|                   | **A**           | **B**          | **A+B**      |
|                   |                 |                |              |
|                   | FHWA Funds      | Other Sources  |              |
|                   | Requested       |                |              |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Preliminary       | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| Engineering cost, | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| if requested      | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Substructure      | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| cost, if any      | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                   | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Restoration cost  | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| of Superstructure | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                   | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Cost of           | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| innovative        | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| portion           | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| performance       |                 |                |              |
| evaluation        |                 |                |              |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Cost for          | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| preparation of    | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| the final project | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
| report            |                 |                |              |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| Other costs       | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| (define)          | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                   | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+
| **Total cost of   | \_\_            | \_\_\_         | \_\_\_\_\_   |
| project**         | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
|                   | _\_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_\_ | \_\_\_\_\_\_ |
+-------------------+-----------------+----------------+--------------+

**[State Department of Transportation Contact Person]{.underline}**

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Title \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Agency \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ph: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Fax : \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

e‑mail :\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**[Local Agency Contact Person (if applicable):]{.underline}**

Name \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Title \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Agency \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ph : \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Fax: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

e‑mail: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**[FHWA Division Office Contact Person:]{.underline}**

Name \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Title \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Division Office \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ph: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Fax: \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

e‑mail:\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

**[State Historic Preservation Officer(SHPO)]{.underline}**

Name \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Title \_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Office\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Ph.\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

Fax:\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

e-mail\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_

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  **Year**            **1998**   **1999**   **2000**   **2001**   **2002**    **2003**

  **Authorization**   0          \$10M      \$10M      \$10M      \$10M       \$10M

  **Appropriated**    0          0          \$8M       \$9.978    \$2.82275   \$3.974
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**[Funding:]{.underline}**

-   Section 1224 of the Transportation Efficiency Act for the 21st
    Century (TEA‑21) authorized \$10 million from the General fund for
    each of the FY=s 1999 through 2003 to carry out this program. These
    funds must be appropriated before they become available

-   The Federal share of project cost is 80 percent.

**[Eligibility:]{.underline}**

-   Funds are available for bridge projects that meet one or more of the
    program goals.

-   The project may be on any public roadway, including Federal, State
    and locally funded projects.

-   Funds are available for costs of preliminary engineering, costs of
    rehabilitation, preservation, and arson and vandalism prevention
    activities. Funds are also available for evaluating any innovative
    portion of the restoration work not to exceed 2 years, and to
    prepare a case study report.

**[Selection Criteria for Bridge Preservation Projects:]{.underline}**

-   Candidate projects will be selected utilizing input from a panel
    formed by the FHWA.

-   Candidate projects which best meet the intent of this program will
    receive the highest priority. Applicants may want to provide
    additional information to explain how the project meets the intent
    of the program.

-   Candidate projects ready for or near the construction phase will be
    given priority consideration.

-   Candidate projects that leverage Federal funds with other
    significant public or private resources will be given preference

-   Candidate projects, which further the aims of the Historic Bridge
    Management Plan and/or the State Historic Preservation Plan with the
    endorsement of the SHPO, will be given priority consideration.

-   Candidate projects proposing complete restoration and rehabilitation
    will be given priority over candidate projects proposing only the
    installation of fire/vandalism protection systems or projects that
    propose to move the bridge to a preservation location.

**[Application Guidance:]{.underline}**

-   **Priority Ranking** ‑ **Each State, in cooperation with the FHWA
    Division Office, is requested to prioritize their candidate projects
    giving reasons for the priority.**

-   **High cost projects** ‑ The FHWA will attempt to equitably
    distribute funds to applicant States in accordance with the States\'
    priorities, however, it is to be expected that high cost project
    requests may be funded at less than 100 percent of a State\'s
    requested amount.

    **[Decision Process for Funding]{.underline}**

-   All projects will be evaluated and recommended for funding by a
    selection panel formed by the FHWA

    **[Schedule:]{.underline}**

The following is the schedule for program activities:

-   February 28, 2003: Call for FY 2003 projects

-   April 11, 2003: Submission deadline for FY 2003 candidate projects

-   June 2003: Selection of FY 2003 projects