Which statement best describes NBIS?

Which statement best describes NBIS?

• A. A Design Guide for Seismic Retrofits
• B. A Set of National Requirements for Bridge Inspection
• C. A List of Approved Bridge Materials
• D. A Funding Source for Bridge Projects

Answer: (B)

NBIS establishes national requirements for bridge inspections. It defines how in-service bridges should be inspected, who may perform the inspections, how often they must occur, how findings and conditions are documented, and how reports are handled to ensure safety and reliability of the bridge stock. This is about inspection standards, not about design guidance for retrofits, lists of approved materials, or funding for projects.

NBIS establishes national requirements for bridge inspections. It defines how in-service bridges should be inspected, who may perform the inspections, how often they must occur, how findings and conditions are documented, and how reports are handled to ensure safety and reliability of the bridge stock. This is about inspection standards, not about design guidance for retrofits, lists of approved materials, or funding for projects.