(a) The department may require minimum specific standards and procedures to be used in maintenance of the project during the term of financial assistance.
(b) All structures defined as a bridge by the National Bridge Inspection Standards shall be maintained in compliance with applicable state and federal requirements. The department will perform safety inspections of these structures in accordance with federal requirements.
(c) In establishing the standards and procedures described in subsection (a) of this section, if any, or in considering exceptions to the standards and inspection procedures described in subsection (b) of this section, the department shall consider:
  (1) the applicant's past experience with similar projects (if applicable); and
  (2) whether the project is intended to become part of the state highway system or otherwise to be subject to the jurisdiction of the department.

Source Note: The provisions of this §6.44 adopted to be effective June 21, 2012, 37 TexReg 4433