Bridges

Transport for NSW (TfNSW) is responsible for strategy, planning, policy, regulation, funding allocation and other non-service delivery functions for all modes of transport in NSW including road, rail, public transport, ferry, light rail, cycling and walking.

Under TfNSW Standards Management Framework (SMF), one of the key initiatives is the development of multi-modal bridges and structures standard. The goal of the proposed standard is combining existing TfNSW Standard artefacts, which were previously developed for specific transport mode. These mode specific standards include, but not limited to TfNSW Scope of Work and Technical Criteria documents used for D&C Projects; TfNSW PS Series PS261 and PS361 technical requirement documents used for design only Projects; Bridge Technical Direction Manual; and T HR CI 12030 ST Overbridges and Footbridges standard

The proposed standard will aim to supplement AS 5100 Bridge Design, and address matters for resolutions in AS5100. TfNSW will also update existing technical criteria and introduce new technical criteria through collaborative engagement with internal and external stakeholders. The standard will provide an only source of technical requirements for TfNSW bridges and structures.

Notwithstanding, the development of multi-modal bridges and structures standard will reach hybrid technical criteria covering prescriptive acceptance criteria, risk based and performance-based outcome requirements. This will enable intelligent compliance through improving industry collaboration, promoting innovation solution, achieving sustainable outcomes on projects and evolving with advancements in technology and industry practice.