By Ralph K. Banks, P.E. Lone Star LTAP, TEEX Adjunct Instructor All bridges, defined as bridge classified roadway structures, located on the public highways, roads and streets of the Lone Star State are required by the federal government under National Bridge Inspection Standards to be inspected by pre-qualified bridge inspectors every two years. The state agency … [Read more...] about Load Limit Posting of Local Jurisdiction Bridges
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Drift Removal Important Element of Bridge Maintenance
By Ralph K. Banks, P.E. Lone Star LTAP, TEEX Adjunct Instructor A frequent problem for stream-crossing bridges is the lodging and buildup of streamflow drift against the bridge substructure interior supports and/or abutments. This drift is also referred to by some as “debris.” Either term, as used in bridge maintenance, usually describes any floating or submerged materials … [Read more...] about Drift Removal Important Element of Bridge Maintenance
County Focus Series: Engineer and Road Administrator
County Focus Series Years ago, County Progress published a special series of articles to help acclimate new officials to Commissioners Court: County Focus. This set of descriptive writings authored by experts in the field covers the varied offices and departments that make up county government. What are the responsibilities of the Commissioners Court? How about the … [Read more...] about County Focus Series: Engineer and Road Administrator
Making History: Potter County’s First Female Judge
Making History Potter County’s First Female Judge No Stranger to County Government By Julie Anderson Editor When 18-year-old Nancy Tanner walked across the stage at Amarillo’s Caprock High, she knew exactly where she was headed. Tanner, Class of 1969, was the second of four children, and her parents could afford to send only the eldest to college. “I … [Read more...] about Making History: Potter County’s First Female Judge
Legal Information vs. Legal Advice
Legal Information vs. Legal Advice Guidelines and Instructions for Clerks and Court Personnel Who Work with Self-Represented Litigants in Texas State Courts Editor’s Note: During a recent Judicial Education Session, Ector County Judge Susan Redford recommended the following as “a great resource, not only Judges, but also court staff when faced with pro se … [Read more...] about Legal Information vs. Legal Advice