Questions and Answers on the National Bridge Inspection Standards, 23 CFR Part 650, Subpart C
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650.305 Definitions
Q305-1 What is a Public Road? (Posted from 6/21/05)
A305-1 A public road is defined in 23 U.S.C. 101(a)(23) as "any road or street under the jurisdiction of and maintained by a public authority and open to public travel."