This data set begins the process to collect the inventory data on small bridge and large pipe structures greater than 6 feet and less than or equal to 20 feet in span length, as measured along the roadway required by the current state budget. Locations must be field verified and basic structure data gathered. Data from this data set can be downloaded from the WisDOT Open GIS Data website, filtered for the specific county or municipality doing the inventory. Data can be downloaded as a CSV, KML or shape files depending on the end user's capabilities to view and use the data. Once downloaded, the locations must be field verified and updated using the Excel template spreadsheet provided by BOS. Word and PDF documents have also been created for those that prefer printed copies or for structures that are not included in the data set provided. Templates and other inventory guidance can be found on the Bureau of Structures (BOS) Website using the following link: BOS Maintenance Website.

All found structures shall be consolidated into a single template spreadsheet by the county commissioners, using the provided headings and data lists in the template spreadsheet. Once complete, this spreadsheet will be uploaded into the HSIS database, training on this process will be provided by BOS. It is critical that for this initial inventory, only fields shown on the template are used to allow for efficient transfer of data into HSIS. Any critical findings or serious concerns regarding structures found shall be immediately forwarded to the structure's owner so issues can be addressed.

These templates are for inventory data only.  Inspection data will be manually entered into HSIS at a later date.