(relating to definitions).
Section 3. Bridges over interstate and other limited access
highways.
(a) Bridges with sidewalks.--When a bridge is built with a
sidewalk or a concrete barrier is installed, modified or
rehabilitated on a bridge with a sidewalk over an interstate or
other limited access highway, the department shall install
protective fencing.
(b) Bridges without sidewalks.--When a bridge is built
without a sidewalk or a concrete barrier is installed, modified
or rehabilitated on a bridge without a sidewalk over an
interstate or other limited access highway, the department, as
part of its preliminary design process, shall consider
installation of protective fencing at all of the following
locations:
(1) On an overpass near a school, playground or other
site where it would be expected that the overpass would be
frequently used by children.
(2) On an overpass in an urban area used exclusively by
pedestrians and not easily kept under surveillance by police.
(3) On an overpass where experience relating to nearby
structures indicates a need for protective fencing.
(4) On an overpass where there have been incidents of
objects being dropped or thrown from the overpass and where
increased surveillance, warning signs or apprehension of
offenders has not effectively alleviated the problem.
(c) Exceptions.--The provisions of subsection (a) shall not
apply if:
(1) a protective barrier is required on the bridge; or
(2) the fencing would obstruct scenic views of the area,
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