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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/>
 
|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/>
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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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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'''[[:Category:130 Value Engineering|EPG 130 Value Engineering]]'''
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'''[[903.10 General Service Signs#Standard. A qualified licensed|EPG 903.10.7 HOSPITAL Signs]]'''
  
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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8/13/19: Guidance about veterans’ hospital emergency rooms qualifying for hospital signing was clarified.
  
'''[[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]]'''
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'''[[:Category:107 Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public#107.13 Insurance Requirements|EPG 107.13 Insurance Requirements]]'''
  
5/28/19: The spacing between the long-term rumble strips was increased to "10 to 12 feet" for a greater area of effectiveness.
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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.
  
'''Median Crossover on a Divided Highway, TA-39'''
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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]]'''
  
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.
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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.
  
'''[[media:Fig 237.6.docx|Costs for Non-Contractual Items]]'''
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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]]'''
  
5/21/19: The most recent costs for non-contractual items is now presented in [[237.6 Estimates|EPG 237.6 Estimates]].
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8/9/19: Information for Projects of Division Interest (PoDI) has been updated for PY20.
  
'''Pile Design'''
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'''[[:Category:134 Engineering Professional Services#The PM/CA uploads a copy|Consultant Contract Administration]]'''
  
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]].
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7/31/19: Guidance for the invoicing process has been updated.
  
'''[[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]]'''
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'''[[751.1 Preliminary Design#Required Pile Length|EPG 751.1.2.21 Substructure Type]]'''
  
5/10/19: This new guidance is for districts to be able to provide consultants with needed technical information.
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7/31/19: Guidance pertaining to galvanizing requirements for scour area has been clarified.
  
'''[[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]]'''
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'''[[236.8 Relocation Assistance Program|EPG 236.8 Relocation Assistance Program]]'''
  
4/30/19: Guidance has been updated to current practice.
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7/30/19: Guidance was updated to match the MAP-21 and federal guidelines.  
  
'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing|EPG 236.16.18.1 Informal Hearing]]'''
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'''[[media:616.8.10g MT 2019.pdf|Fig. 616.8.10g (TA-10g MT) Side Roads Entering Work Zones]]'''
  
4/24/19: The membership constituting the ODA Informal Hearing Review Committee 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.  
  
'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#Calculation of camber (upward)|EPG 751.22.2.5 Deformations]]'''
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'''[[121.5 Asset Management#Major Bridges are funded|EPG 121.5.4 Funding Assets]]'''
  
4/22/19: Guidance was clarified, particularly in "calculation of camber (upward)","calculations of deflections (downward)" and "creep coefficient".
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7/24/19: New guidance identifies what is eligible for Major Bridge Asset Management funds.  
  
'''[[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: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]]'''
  
4/11/19: This new Test Method is now available.
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7/23/19: Policy was updated to match the current FHWA agreement and clarify the procedure.  
  
'''[[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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'''[[606.1 Guardrail#606.1.3.2 End Terminals, Crash Cushions and Anchors|EPG 606.1.3.2 End Terminals, Crash Cushions and Anchors]]'''
  
4/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.  
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7/22/19: Expanded guidance about end terminal grading for both new roadway construction and for existing roadbeds.
  
'''[[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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'''[[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations]]'''
  
4/5/19: Guidance now permits an Asst. District Engineer to approve Right of Way plans.
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7/22/19: Simplified guidance by removing guidance that was sufficiently covered in specifications.
  
'''Steel Girder Galvanizing Procedure'''
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'''[[LPA:136.3 Federal Aid Basics#136.3.8 Programs|EPG 136.3.8 Programs]]'''
  
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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7/22/19: Deleted guidance for LPA programs that are no longer in use. Also, guidance was updated to accommodate revisions in the FAST Act.
  
'''[[: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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7/19/19: Guidance has been updated to refer 50-ft. lengths of galvanized pile.
  
'''[[media:152.pdf|Bonds - What They Are and How They Work]]'''
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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]]'''
  
3/15/19: This new tutorial is now displayed in [[:Category:152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities|EPG 152 Contactor Bonding Responsibilities]].
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7/12/19: Guidance has been clarified and generally re-written.
  
'''[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)|EPG 910.3 Dynamic Message Signs]]'''
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'''[[:Category:101 Standard Forms#Storm Water Database Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)|EPG Storm Water Database Quick Reference Guides (QRGs)]]
  
3/14/19: New types of DMSs are now referenced as a good portion of this article was updated.
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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.
  
'''Ephemeral Streams'''
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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]'''
  
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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7/10/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect the changes the MTFC board recently approved.
  
'''[[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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'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.12.1 Digital Upgrade Request|EPG 236.16.12.1 Digital Upgrade Request]]'''
  
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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6/25/19: Guidance has been expanded about how MoDOT personnel may handle upgrade requests.
  
'''[[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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'''[[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#Pretensioned anchorage zones|Pretensioned Anchorage Zones]]'''
  
3/1/19: Guidelines were clarified to provide a more standardized process.
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6/21/19: Terminology about the prestress force at transfer was clarified to better match AASHTO code.
  
'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising|EPG 236.16 Outdoor Advertising]]'''
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'''[[127.13 Noise|EPG 127.13 Noise]]'''
  
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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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.  
  
'''[[121.5 Asset Management|EPG 121.5 Asset Management]]'''
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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]]'''
  
2/27/19: Guidance has been revised to coordinate with current practice.
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6/14/19: Updated guidance to match current practice, which has been coordinated with MO Dept. of Conservation.
  
'''[[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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'''[[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.3 Environmental Requirements|EPG 750.7.3 Environmental Requirements]]'''
  
2/25/19: Guidance about providing a reason for extending the contract has been added.
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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".  
  
'''[[806.1 Erosion Control Measures#806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations|EPG 806.1.7.2 Construction Considerations]]'''
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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]]'''
  
2/22/19: Guidance about erosion control for temporary pipe and temporary construction crossings was clarified.
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6/4/19: Guidance has been updated to reflect that the IRS Form W-9 is no longer needed.
  
'''New QRG'''
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'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(E2.26)|Standard Detailing Note]]'''
  
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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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:134.2.2.2.docx|Solicitation and Request Letter]]'''
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'''[[:Category:130 Value Engineering|EPG 130 Value Engineering]]'''
  
2/13/19: The Solicitation and Request letter has been updated.
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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.