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|MoDOT’s three pillars of “Safety, Service and Stability” steer our leadership and employees.  Our commitment to safety includes keeping both customers and ourselves safe.  Our service includes providing outstanding customer service, delivering transportation solutions of great value and using resources wisely.  Keeping roads and bridges in good condition, operating a reliable and convenient transportation system, and advancing Missouri’s economic development reflect our commitment to stability.<br/>
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Innovative concepts, such as [[:Category:143 Practical Design|Practical Design]] and [[:Category:139 Design - Build|design-build]], are used to deliver our commitments.  These and other forward-thinking concepts shape the content of the ENGINEERING POLICY GUIDE (EPG). This document provides a single reference for all engineering and engineering-related [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/br/pages/default.aspx Bridge], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/cm/Pages/default.aspx Construction], [http://sharepoint/sites/de/Pages/default.aspx Design], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/mt/default.aspx Maintenance], [http://sp/sites/tp/Pages/default.aspx Planning], [http://sharepoint/sites/de/RealEstate/SitePages/Home.aspx Right of Way] and [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/tr/Pages/default.aspx Traffic] guidance.
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MoDOT has made great strides to build a good transportation system and increase taxpayers' trust in its ability to deliver what was promised.  Innovative concepts, such as [[:Category:143 Practical Design|Practical Design]] and [[:Category:139 Design - Build|design-build]], were used to deliver those commitments and have made MoDOT a leader in the transportation industry. 
 
 
These forward-thinking, innovative concepts are reflected in the ''ENGINEERING POLICY GUIDE'' (EPG).  This document provides a single reference for all engineering and engineering-related guidance by combining the former [http://sharepoint/sites/de/RealEstate/SitePages/Home.aspx Right of Way], [http://sharepoint/sites/de/Pages/default.aspx Design], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/br/pages/default.aspx Bridge], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/cm/Pages/default.aspx Construction], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/tr/Pages/default.aspx Traffic] and [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/mt/default.aspx Maintenance] manuals. 
 
 
MediaWiki, the engine behind the Wikipedia on the World Wide Web, is the software delivering the EPG.  Millions of hits on the EPG endorse this format to be easy to navigate and pleasing to read.  A small [[:Help:Contents|'''HELP ARTICLE''']] is included to assist with helpful hints on how to use the EPG as well as other points of interest.
 
 
 
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'''[[106.3.2.89 TM-89 Determination of Aluminum Oxide in High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST)|EPG 106.3.2.89 TM-89, Determination of Aluminum Oxide in High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST)]]'''
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'''[[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies#127.25.1.7 Disposal of Animal Carcasses|EPG 127.25.1.7 Disposal of Animal Carcasses]]'''
  
4/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.  
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6/14/19: Updated guidance to match current practice, which has been coordinated with MO Dept. of Conservation.
  
'''[[236.13 Designing Right of Way Plans#236.13.13 Plan Submittal and Filing|EPG 236.13.13 Plan Submittal and Filing]]'''
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'''[[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3 Environmental Requirements|EPG 750.7.3 Environmental Requirements]]'''
  
4/5/19: Guidance now permits an Asst. District Engineer to approve Right of Way plans.
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6/14/19: Expanded guidance, especially in the new [[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3.1 Stream Classifications|EPG 750.7.3.1 Stream Classifications]], clarified our process to meet the Corps' requirements for their "Regional Condition".  
  
'''Steel Girder Galvanizing Procedure'''
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'''[[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.2.9 Negotiation Procedures|EPG 236.7.2.9 Negotiation Procedures]] and [[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.7.3 Taxpayer Identification Numbers|EPG 236.7.7.3 Taxpayer Identification Numbers]]'''
  
3/27/19: Guidance was added in [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(A4a1.8.1) Place|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes for Nonweathering Steel Structures]] and [[751.14 Steel Superstructure #Galvanized nonweathering structural|EPG 751.14.5.8 Protective Coating Requirements]] to clarify steel girder galvanizing procedure.
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6/4/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect that the IRS Form W-9 is no longer needed.
  
'''[[:Category:403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement#Rice Test|Superpave Rice Testing Frequency]]'''
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'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(E2.26)|Standard Detailing Note]]'''
  
3/21/19:  Guidance about the frequency for rice dry-back testing when sample results are very consistent was corrected to one every fourth sublot.
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5/31/19: The commentary for Note E2.26 was clarified. In the note itself, additional options were provided for piling minimum nominal axial compressive resistance.
  
'''[[media:152.pdf|Bonds - What They Are and How They Work]]'''
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'''[[:Category:130 Value Engineering|EPG 130 Value Engineering]]'''
  
3/15/19: This new tutorial is now displayed in [[:Category:152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities|EPG 152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities]].
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5/28/19: New guidance is now available for [[:Category:130 Value Engineering#130.3 Post-Award Value Engineering (PAVE)|Post-Award Value Engineering (PAVE)]] workshops, processes and project selections.
  
'''[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs]]'''
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'''[[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#Fig. 616.6.87.1 Rumble Strip Placement in Flagging Operations|Figs. 616.6.87.1 Rumble Strip Placement in Flagging and 616.6.87.2 Rumble Strip Placement on a Divided Highway]]'''
  
3/14/19: New types of DMSs are now referenced as a good portion of this article was updated.
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5/28/19: The spacing between the long-term rumble strips was increased to "10 to 12 feet" for a greater area of effectiveness.
  
'''Ephemeral Streams'''
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'''Median Crossover on a Divided Highway, TA-39'''
  
3/12/19: Guidance in [[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3.1 Embedment Requirements|EPG 750.7.3.1 Embedment Requirements]] was updated with a minor note stating the Corps of Engineers must validate whether a stream is "ephemeral".
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5/28/19: In [[616.8 Typical Applications (MUTCD 6H)#Listing of Typical Applications for Design and Construction and Materials|EPG 616.8 Typical Applications]], TA-39 for Design and Construction was revised to require Directional Indicator Barricades for tapers. The concrete barrier has been removed on sheet 2. Instead of the concrete barrier, an approved, temporary and crashworthy device can be used.
  
'''[[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.2.3 Prompt Offer of Just Compensation|EPG 236.7.2.3 Prompt Offer of Just Compensation]]'''
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'''[[media:Fig 237.6.docx|Costs for Non-Contractual Items]]'''
  
3/6/19: Guidance was clarified to allow the minimum offer to be reduced if approved by the Asst. to State Design Engineer – Right of Way.
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5/21/19: The most recent costs for non-contractual items is now presented in [[237.6 Estimates|EPG 237.6 Estimates]].
  
'''[[616.16 Law Enforcement Services#616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services|EPG 616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services]]'''
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'''Pile Design'''
  
3/1/19: Guidelines were clarified to provide a more standardized process.
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5/17/19: Guidance for pile design procedure was clarified in several articles including [[:Category:702 Load-Bearing Piles|EPG 702 Load-Bearing Piles]], [[751.1 Preliminary Design#751.1.2.23 Types of Piling|EPG 751.1.2.23 Types of Piling]], [[751.3 Structural Steel Design Properties|EPG 751.3 Structural Steel Design Properties]] and [[751.36 Driven Piles|EPG 751.36 Driven Piles]].
  
'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising|EPG 236.16 Outdoor Advertising]]'''
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'''[[237.14 Electronic Design Data Delivery#237.14.2.9 Proposed 3D Top Surface Linear Features|EPG 237.14.2.9 Proposed 3D Top Surface Linear Features]]'''
  
3/1/19: Several ODA policies were updated to current practice, especially in [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.22 Monthly Reports|EPG 236.16.22 Monthly Reports]].
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5/10/19: This new guidance is for districts to be able to provide consultants with needed technical information.
  
'''[[121.5 Asset Management|EPG 121.5 Asset Management]]'''
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'''[[236.3 Administration#236.3.5 Right of Way Expenditures|EPG 236.3.5 Right of Way Expenditures]] and [[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.7 1099 Reporting of Acquisitions|EPG 236.7.7 1099 Reporting of Acquisitions]]'''
  
2/27/19: Guidance has been revised to coordinate with current practice.
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4/30/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.
  
'''[[147.3 Job Order Contracting (JOC)#If the option for extending the contract|EPG 147.3.5 Term Extension of Job Order Contracts]]'''
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'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing|EPG 236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing]]'''
  
2/25/19: Guidance about providing a reason for extending the contract has been added.
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4/24/19: The membership constituting the ODA Informal Hearing Review Committee was updated.
  
'''[[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations]]'''
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'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#Calculation of camber (upward)|EPG 751.22.2.5 Deformations]]'''
  
2/22/19: Guidance about erosion control for temporary pipe and temporary construction crossings was clarified.
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4/22/19: Guidance was clarified, particularly in "calculation of camber (upward)","calculations of deflections (downward)" and "creep coefficient".
  
'''New QRG'''
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'''[[106.3.2.90, Determination of Chemical Components in Asphalt and Non-Asphalt Rejuvenators|EPG 106.3.2.90, Determination of Chemical Components in Asphalt and Non-Asphalt Rejuvenators]]'''
  
2/14/19: The new [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/forms/CM/AWP_MA_Adding_Concrete_Mix_Design.doc AWP MA Adding New Concrete Mix Design] QRG is now available.
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4/11/19: This new Test Method is now available.
  
'''[[media:134.2.2.2.docx|Solicitation and Request Letter]]'''
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'''[[106.3.2.89 TM-89 Determination of Aluminum Oxide in High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST)|EPG 106.3.2.89 TM-89, Determination of Aluminum Oxide in High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST)]]'''
  
2/13/19: The Solicitation and Request letter has been updated.
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4/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.  
  
'''[[751.1 Preliminary Design#3. If an existing wearing surface|EPG 751.1 Preliminary Design, Safety Barrier Curb (SBC) and Median Barrier Curb (MBC)]]'''
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'''[[236.13 Designing Right of Way Plans#236.13.13 Plan Submittal and Filing|EPG 236.13.13 Plan Submittal and Filing]]'''
  
2/8/19: Revision coordinates guidance with the FHWA requirement for new wearing surfaces.
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4/5/19: Guidance now permits an Asst. District Engineer to approve Right of Way plans.
  
'''[[147.3 Job Order Contracting (JOC)#147.3.9 Change Order Approvals|EPG 147.3.9 Change Order Approvals]]'''
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'''Steel Girder Galvanizing Procedure'''
  
1/28/19: EPG 147.3.9 was rewritten and retitled to provide new Change Order guidance for JOCs.
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3/27/19: Guidance was added in [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(A4a1.8.1) Place|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes for Nonweathering Steel Structures]] and [[751.14 Steel Superstructure #Galvanized nonweathering structural|EPG 751.14.5.8 Protective Coating Requirements]] to clarify steel girder galvanizing procedure.
  
'''Asphalt Shoulder Surface Mix'''
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'''[[:Category:403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement#Rice Test|Superpave Rice Testing Frequency]]'''
  
1/25/19: Guidance in [[Other Aspects of Pavement Design#For resurfacing projects on roadways with shoulders 4|EPG Shoulder Surface]] was revised so that all shoulders 4 ft. and narrower, and when shoulder improvements are also anticipated as part of the scope of work, will be monolithically resurfaced with the same type of asphaltic mix used on the mainline roadway.
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3/21/19: Guidance about the frequency for rice dry-back testing when sample results are very consistent was corrected to one every fourth sublot.
  
'''[[413.3 Ultrathin Bonded Asphalt Wearing Surface#413.3.3 Maintenance Surface Treatment|EPG 413.3.3 Maintenance Surface Treatment]]'''
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'''[[media:152.pdf|Bonds - What They Are and How They Work]]'''
  
1/25/19: The UBAWS Treatment policy was clarified, including the identification of the proper thicknesses for UBAWS types.
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3/15/19: This new tutorial is now displayed in [[:Category:152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities|EPG 152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities]].
  
'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.13 Intermediate Diaphragms|EPG 751.22.3.13 Intermediate Diaphragms]]'''
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'''[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs]]'''
  
1/11/19: Guidance about the spacing of steel intermediate diaphragms for PSI girders was revised to include NU girders.  
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3/14/19: New types of DMSs are now referenced as a good portion of this article was updated.
  
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(A3.5.1) Use when uncoated steel|Standard Detailing Note A3.5.1]]'''
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'''Ephemeral Streams'''
  
1/11/19: A new note for uncoated steel coming in contact with galvanized piles is now available.
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3/12/19: Guidance in [[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3.1 Embedment Requirements|EPG 750.7.3.1 Embedment Requirements]] was updated with a minor note stating the Corps of Engineers must validate whether a stream is "ephemeral".
  
'''[[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies#127.25.2 Hazardous Material Spills|EPG 127.25.2 Hazardous Material Spills]]'''
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'''[[236.7 Negotiation#236.7.2.3 Prompt Offer of Just Compensation|EPG 236.7.2.3 Prompt Offer of Just Compensation]]'''
  
1/10/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.
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3/6/19: Guidance was clarified to allow the minimum offer to be reduced if approved by the Asst. to State Design Engineer – Right of Way.
  
'''[[:Category:903 Highway Signing#Guidance for Using Sign Management System (SMS)|Guidance for Using Sign Management System]] and [[903.3 Post-Mounted Signing#903.3.16 Ordering Signs|EPG 903.3.16 Ordering Signs]]'''
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'''[[616.16 Law Enforcement Services#616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services|EPG 616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services]]'''
  
1/9/19: Guidance has been updated to current practices. New guidance for the use of the Sign Management System is now available. 
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3/1/19: Guidelines were clarified to provide a more standardized process.
  
'''[[236.3 Administration#The District Right of Way Manager|EPG 236.3.7 Right of Way Clearance Certification]]'''
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'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising|EPG 236.16 Outdoor Advertising]]'''
  
1/8/19: Added guidance for the RW clearance process for projects programmed in the STIP with RW funding but that do not require RW to construct the project.  
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3/1/19: Several ODA policies were updated to current practice, especially in [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.22 Monthly Reports|EPG 236.16.22 Monthly Reports]].
  
'''[[:Category:121 Project Planning, Prioritization and STIP Commitments|EPG 121 Project Planning, Prioritization and STIP Commitments]]'''
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'''[[121.5 Asset Management|EPG 121.5 Asset Management]]'''
  
1/4/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.  EPG 121.2 The Planning Process and EPG 121.5 Prioritization Factors were both re-written and re-titled as [[121.2 The Planning Framework for Transportation Decision-Making|EPG 121.2 The Planning Framework for Transportation Decision-Making]] and [[121.5 Asset Management|EPG 121.5 Asset Management]], respectively.
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2/27/19: Guidance has been revised to coordinate with current practice.

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MoDOT’s three pillars of “Safety, Service and Stability” steer our leadership and employees. Our commitment to safety includes keeping both customers and ourselves safe. Our service includes providing outstanding customer service, delivering transportation solutions of great value and using resources wisely. Keeping roads and bridges in good condition, operating a reliable and convenient transportation system, and advancing Missouri’s economic development reflect our commitment to stability.

Innovative concepts, such as Practical Design and design-build, are used to deliver our commitments. These and other forward-thinking concepts shape the content of the ENGINEERING POLICY GUIDE (EPG). This document provides a single reference for all engineering and engineering-related Bridge, Construction, Design, Maintenance, Planning, Right of Way and Traffic guidance.

RECENT POLICY CHANGES IN THE EPG

EPG 127.25.1.7 Disposal of Animal Carcasses

6/14/19: Updated guidance to match current practice, which has been coordinated with MO Dept. of Conservation.

EPG 750.7.3 Environmental Requirements

6/14/19: Expanded guidance, especially in the new EPG 750.7.3.1 Stream Classifications, clarified our process to meet the Corps' requirements for their "Regional Condition".

EPG 236.7.2.9 Negotiation Procedures and EPG 236.7.7.3 Taxpayer Identification Numbers

6/4/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect that the IRS Form W-9 is no longer needed.

Standard Detailing Note

5/31/19: The commentary for Note E2.26 was clarified. In the note itself, additional options were provided for piling minimum nominal axial compressive resistance.

EPG 130 Value Engineering

5/28/19: New guidance is now available for Post-Award Value Engineering (PAVE) workshops, processes and project selections.

Figs. 616.6.87.1 Rumble Strip Placement in Flagging and 616.6.87.2 Rumble Strip Placement on a Divided Highway

5/28/19: The spacing between the long-term rumble strips was increased to "10 to 12 feet" for a greater area of effectiveness.

Median Crossover on a Divided Highway, TA-39

5/28/19: In EPG 616.8 Typical Applications, TA-39 for Design and Construction was revised to require Directional Indicator Barricades for tapers. The concrete barrier has been removed on sheet 2. Instead of the concrete barrier, an approved, temporary and crashworthy device can be used.

Costs for Non-Contractual Items

5/21/19: The most recent costs for non-contractual items is now presented in EPG 237.6 Estimates.

Pile Design

5/17/19: Guidance for pile design procedure was clarified in several articles including EPG 702 Load-Bearing Piles, EPG 751.1.2.23 Types of Piling, EPG 751.3 Structural Steel Design Properties and EPG 751.36 Driven Piles.

EPG 237.14.2.9 Proposed 3D Top Surface Linear Features

5/10/19: This new guidance is for districts to be able to provide consultants with needed technical information.

EPG 236.3.5 Right of Way Expenditures and EPG 236.7.7 1099 Reporting of Acquisitions

4/30/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.

EPG 236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing

4/24/19: The membership constituting the ODA Informal Hearing Review Committee was updated.

EPG 751.22.2.5 Deformations

4/22/19: Guidance was clarified, particularly in "calculation of camber (upward)","calculations of deflections (downward)" and "creep coefficient".

EPG 106.3.2.90, Determination of Chemical Components in Asphalt and Non-Asphalt Rejuvenators

4/11/19: This new Test Method is now available.

EPG 106.3.2.89 TM-89, Determination of Aluminum Oxide in High Friction Surface Treatments (HFST)

4/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.

EPG 236.13.13 Plan Submittal and Filing

4/5/19: Guidance now permits an Asst. District Engineer to approve Right of Way plans.

Steel Girder Galvanizing Procedure

3/27/19: Guidance was added in EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes for Nonweathering Steel Structures and EPG 751.14.5.8 Protective Coating Requirements to clarify steel girder galvanizing procedure.

Superpave Rice Testing Frequency

3/21/19: Guidance about the frequency for rice dry-back testing when sample results are very consistent was corrected to one every fourth sublot.

Bonds - What They Are and How They Work

3/15/19: This new tutorial is now displayed in EPG 152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities.

EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs

3/14/19: New types of DMSs are now referenced as a good portion of this article was updated.

Ephemeral Streams

3/12/19: Guidance in EPG 750.7.3.1 Embedment Requirements was updated with a minor note stating the Corps of Engineers must validate whether a stream is "ephemeral".

EPG 236.7.2.3 Prompt Offer of Just Compensation

3/6/19: Guidance was clarified to allow the minimum offer to be reduced if approved by the Asst. to State Design Engineer – Right of Way.

EPG 616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services

3/1/19: Guidelines were clarified to provide a more standardized process.

EPG 236.16 Outdoor Advertising

3/1/19: Several ODA policies were updated to current practice, especially in EPG 236.16.22 Monthly Reports.

EPG 121.5 Asset Management

2/27/19: Guidance has been revised to coordinate with current practice.