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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/tr/Pages/default.aspx Highway Safety & Traffic], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/mt/default.aspx Maintenance], [http://sp/sites/tp/Pages/default.aspx Planning] and [http://sharepoint/sites/de/RealEstate/SitePages/Home.aspx Right of Way] 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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'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#Calculation of camber (upward)|EPG 751.22.2.5 Deformations]]'''
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'''[[903.10 General Service Signs#Standard. A qualified licensed|EPG 903.10.7 HOSPITAL Signs]]'''
  
4/22/19: Guidance was clarified, particularly in "calculation of camber (upward)","calculations of deflections (downward)" and "creep coefficient".
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8/13/19: Guidance about veterans’ hospital emergency rooms qualifying for hospital signing was clarified.
  
'''[[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]]'''
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'''[[:Category:107 Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public#107.13 Insurance Requirements|EPG 107.13 Insurance Requirements]]'''
  
4/11/19: This new Test Method is now available.
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8/13/19: Guidance about MoDOT insurance requirements for road and bridge contracts was expanded and brought into compliance with the latest statutes.
  
'''[[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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'''[[:Category:108 Prosecution and Progress#108.7.1.1 Assessment of Liquidated Damages and Exceptions|EPG 108.7.1.1 Assessment of Liquidated Damages and Exceptions]]'''
  
4/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.  
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8/9/19: Guidance has been rewritten for greater clarity and to remove archaic information. Also, a refresher course for the REs, ''[http://sp/sites/CM/FormServerTemplates/Liquidated_Damages_Guidance.pdf Guidance for Assessment of Liquidated Damages]'', is now presented.
  
'''[[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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'''[[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System|EPG 123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System]]'''
  
4/5/19: Guidance now permits an Asst. District Engineer to approve Right of Way plans.
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8/9/19: Information for Projects of Division Interest (PoDI) has been updated for PY20.
  
'''Steel Girder Galvanizing Procedure'''
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'''[[:Category:134 Engineering Professional Services#The PM/CA uploads a copy|Consultant Contract Administration]]'''
  
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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7/31/19: Guidance for the invoicing process has been updated.
  
'''[[:Category:403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement#Rice Test|Superpave Rice Testing Frequency]]'''
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'''[[751.1 Preliminary Design#Required Pile Length|EPG 751.1.2.21 Substructure Type]]'''
  
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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7/31/19: Guidance pertaining to galvanizing requirements for scour area has been clarified.
  
'''[[media:152.pdf|Bonds - What They Are and How They Work]]'''
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'''[[236.8 Relocation Assistance Program|EPG 236.8 Relocation Assistance Program]]'''
  
3/15/19: This new tutorial is now displayed in [[:Category:152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities|EPG 152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities]].
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7/30/19: Guidance was updated to match the MAP-21 and federal guidelines.  
  
'''[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs]]'''
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'''[[media:616.8.10g MT 2019.pdf|Fig. 616.8.10g (TA-10g MT) Side Roads Entering Work Zones]]'''
  
3/14/19: New types of DMSs are now referenced as a good portion of this article was updated.
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7/25/19: Guidance in [[616.19 Quality Standards for Temporary Traffic Control Devices#Picture 10 shows|EPG 616.19.2.9.2 Flagging Operations]] and [[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.58 PILOT CAR FOLLOW ME (GO20-4) and PILOT CAR IN USE WAIT & FOLLOW (GO20-4a) (MUTCD 6F.58)|EPG 616.6.58 PILOT CAR FOLLOW ME and PILOT CAR IN USE WAIT & FOLLOW]] was updated along with Fig. 616.8.10g (TA-10g MT) Side Roads Entering Work Zones to present current pilot car signage usage.  
  
'''Ephemeral Streams'''
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'''[[121.5 Asset Management#Major Bridges are funded|EPG 121.5.4 Funding Assets]]'''
  
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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7/24/19: New guidance identifies what is eligible for Major Bridge Asset Management funds.  
  
'''[[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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'''[[:Category:941 Permits and Access Requests#941.4 Request to Perform Grading or Construct Geometric Improvements within Interstate Right of Way|EPG 941.4 Request to Perform Grading or Construct Geometric Improvements within Interstate Right of Way]]'''
  
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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7/23/19: Policy was updated to match the current FHWA agreement and clarify the procedure.  
  
'''[[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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'''[[606.1 Guardrail#606.1.3.2 End Terminals, Crash Cushions and Anchors|EPG 606.1.3.2 End Terminals, Crash Cushions and Anchors]]'''
  
3/1/19: Guidelines were clarified to provide a more standardized process.
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7/22/19: Expanded guidance about end terminal grading for both new roadway construction and for existing roadbeds.
  
'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising|EPG 236.16 Outdoor Advertising]]'''
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'''[[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations]]'''
  
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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7/22/19: Simplified guidance by removing guidance that was sufficiently covered in specifications.
  
'''[[121.5 Asset Management|EPG 121.5 Asset Management]]'''
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'''[[LPA:136.3 Federal Aid Basics#136.3.8 Programs|EPG 136.3.8 Programs]]'''
  
2/27/19: Guidance has been revised to coordinate with current practice.
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7/22/19: Deleted guidance for LPA programs that are no longer in use.  Also, guidance was updated to accommodate revisions in the FAST Act.
  
'''[[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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'''[[751.1 Preliminary Design#Required Pile Length|EPG 751.1.2.21 Substructure Type]]'''
  
2/25/19: Guidance about providing a reason for extending the contract has been added.
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7/19/19: Guidance has been updated to refer 50-ft. lengths of galvanized pile.
  
'''[[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations]]'''
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'''[[903.6 Warning Signs#903.6.22 Low Clearance Sign (W12-2 and W12-2a) (MUTCD Section 2C.27)|EPG 903.6.22 Low Clearance Sign]]'''
  
2/22/19: Guidance about erosion control for temporary pipe and temporary construction crossings was clarified.
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7/12/19: Guidance has been clarified and generally re-written.
  
'''New QRG'''
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'''[[:Category:101 Standard Forms#Storm Water Database Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)|EPG Storm Water Database Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)]]
  
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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7/11/19: The storm water QRGs have been updated and collected under their own heading in EPG 101 Standard Forms. New storm water QRGs have also been added.
  
'''[[media:134.2.2.2.docx|Solicitation and Request Letter]]'''
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'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php/141.2_Missouri_Transportation_Finance_Corporation_(MTFC)_Loans#141.2.11_Terms_of_Loans EPG 141.2.11 Terms of Loans]'''
  
2/13/19: The Solicitation and Request letter has been updated.
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7/10/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect the changes the MTFC board recently approved.
  
'''[[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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'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.12.1 Digital Upgrade Request|EPG 236.16.12.1 Digital Upgrade Request]]'''
  
2/8/19: Revision coordinates guidance with the FHWA requirement for new wearing surfaces.
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6/25/19: Guidance has been expanded about how MoDOT personnel may handle upgrade requests.
  
'''[[147.3 Job Order Contracting (JOC)#147.3.9 Change Order Approvals|EPG 147.3.9 Change Order Approvals]]'''
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'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#Pretensioned anchorage zones|Pretensioned Anchorage Zones]]'''
  
1/28/19: EPG 147.3.9 was rewritten and retitled to provide new Change Order guidance for JOCs.
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6/21/19: Terminology about the prestress force at transfer was clarified to better match AASHTO code.
  
'''Asphalt Shoulder Surface Mix'''
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'''[[127.13 Noise|EPG 127.13 Noise]]'''
  
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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6/21/19: Several updates including the clarification of [[127.13 Noise#Noise Screening Analysis Procedure|screening methodology]]. Also clarified that all benefitted receptors are to be included in the benefit cost reasonableness calculation and noise abatement voting.  
  
'''[[413.3 Ultrathin Bonded Asphalt Wearing Surface#413.3.3 Maintenance Surface Treatment|EPG 413.3.3 Maintenance Surface Treatment]]'''
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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]]'''
  
1/25/19: The UBAWS Treatment policy was clarified, including the identification of the proper thicknesses for UBAWS types.
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6/14/19: Updated guidance to match current practice, which has been coordinated with MO Dept. of Conservation.
  
'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.13 Intermediate Diaphragms|EPG 751.22.3.13 Intermediate Diaphragms]]'''
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'''[[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3 Environmental Requirements|EPG 750.7.3 Environmental Requirements]]'''
  
1/11/19: Guidance about the spacing of steel intermediate diaphragms for PSI girders was revised to include NU girders.  
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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".  
  
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(A3.5.1) Use when uncoated steel|Standard Detailing Note A3.5.1]]'''
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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]]'''
  
1/11/19: A new note for uncoated steel coming in contact with galvanized piles is now available.
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6/4/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect that the IRS Form W-9 is no longer needed.
  
'''[[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies#127.25.2 Hazardous Material Spills|EPG 127.25.2 Hazardous Material Spills]]'''
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'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(E2.26)|Standard Detailing Note]]'''
  
1/10/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.
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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.
  
'''[[: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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'''[[:Category:130 Value Engineering|EPG 130 Value Engineering]]'''
  
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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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.

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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, Highway Safety & Traffic, Maintenance, Planning and Right of Way guidance.

RECENT POLICY CHANGES IN THE EPG

EPG 903.10.7 HOSPITAL Signs

8/13/19: Guidance about veterans’ hospital emergency rooms qualifying for hospital signing was clarified.

EPG 107.13 Insurance Requirements

8/13/19: Guidance about MoDOT insurance requirements for road and bridge contracts was expanded and brought into compliance with the latest statutes.

EPG 108.7.1.1 Assessment of Liquidated Damages and Exceptions

8/9/19: Guidance has been rewritten for greater clarity and to remove archaic information. Also, a refresher course for the REs, Guidance for Assessment of Liquidated Damages, is now presented.

EPG 123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System

8/9/19: Information for Projects of Division Interest (PoDI) has been updated for PY20.

Consultant Contract Administration

7/31/19: Guidance for the invoicing process has been updated.

EPG 751.1.2.21 Substructure Type

7/31/19: Guidance pertaining to galvanizing requirements for scour area has been clarified.

EPG 236.8 Relocation Assistance Program

7/30/19: Guidance was updated to match the MAP-21 and federal guidelines.

Fig. 616.8.10g (TA-10g MT) Side Roads Entering Work Zones

7/25/19: Guidance in EPG 616.19.2.9.2 Flagging Operations and EPG 616.6.58 PILOT CAR FOLLOW ME and PILOT CAR IN USE WAIT & FOLLOW was updated along with Fig. 616.8.10g (TA-10g MT) Side Roads Entering Work Zones to present current pilot car signage usage.

EPG 121.5.4 Funding Assets

7/24/19: New guidance identifies what is eligible for Major Bridge Asset Management funds.

EPG 941.4 Request to Perform Grading or Construct Geometric Improvements within Interstate Right of Way

7/23/19: Policy was updated to match the current FHWA agreement and clarify the procedure.

EPG 606.1.3.2 End Terminals, Crash Cushions and Anchors

7/22/19: Expanded guidance about end terminal grading for both new roadway construction and for existing roadbeds.

EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations

7/22/19: Simplified guidance by removing guidance that was sufficiently covered in specifications.

EPG 136.3.8 Programs

7/22/19: Deleted guidance for LPA programs that are no longer in use. Also, guidance was updated to accommodate revisions in the FAST Act.

EPG 751.1.2.21 Substructure Type

7/19/19: Guidance has been updated to refer 50-ft. lengths of galvanized pile.

EPG 903.6.22 Low Clearance Sign

7/12/19: Guidance has been clarified and generally re-written.

EPG Storm Water Database Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)

7/11/19: The storm water QRGs have been updated and collected under their own heading in EPG 101 Standard Forms. New storm water QRGs have also been added.

EPG 141.2.11 Terms of Loans

7/10/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect the changes the MTFC board recently approved.

EPG 236.16.12.1 Digital Upgrade Request

6/25/19: Guidance has been expanded about how MoDOT personnel may handle upgrade requests.

Pretensioned Anchorage Zones

6/21/19: Terminology about the prestress force at transfer was clarified to better match AASHTO code.

EPG 127.13 Noise

6/21/19: Several updates including the clarification of screening methodology. Also clarified that all benefitted receptors are to be included in the benefit cost reasonableness calculation and noise abatement voting.

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.