Abstract
All state-owned bridges are thoroughly inspected at least biennially. Resulting inspection data are used in tracking deterioration and planning maintenance activities. The current General Bridge Inspection Program accomplishes these objectives, but requires considerable time to check and process the data. The study reported here developed an automated system allowing inspectors to record data electronically at the bridge site. Validity of the data is verified immediately through computerized edit-checks, reducing time required for later corrective efforts. In addition, data can be transmitted electroni- cally to the Main Office, eliminating need for later keypunching efforts.