This IRC code outlines the essential principles and procedures for the repair and rehabilitation of steel bridges. It focuses on ensuring structural integrity, safety, and serviceability through systematic inspection, detailed assessment, appropriate repair techniques, and rigorous quality control. The code addresses various aspects of steel bridge deterioration and damage, providing guidance on material evaluation, structural analysis, welding, corrosion protection, and load rating to extend the lifespan of these critical infrastructure assets.

This code provides guidelines for the inspection, assessment, design, and execution of repairs and rehabilitation of existing steel bridges. It covers various types of deterioration and damage, including corrosion, fatigue, and structural overload.