LPA:136.7 Design - Revision history

Hoskir at 19:50, 9 October 2026

2026-10-09T19:50:17Z

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	* [https://epg.modot.org/forms/~~general_files~~/DE/~~DesignExceptionInformationForm~~.docx Design Exception Information form]		* [https://epg.modot.org/forms/DE/Design/Design%20Exception%20Information%20Form.docx Design Exception Information form]
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Hoskir: /* 136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions */ updated link to design exception form

2026-10-07T15:11:15Z

136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions: updated link to design exception form

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	* [https://epg.modot~~.mo~~.org/forms/general_files/DE/DesignExceptionInformationForm.docx Design Exception Information form]		* [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/DesignExceptionInformationForm.docx Design Exception Information form]
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Hoskir: updated links

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updated links

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	:* Title sheet must include the construction specifications to be used		:* Title sheet must include the construction specifications to be used

	For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative]. Once the MoDOT district representative has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/~~RW-~~LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].		For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative]. Once the MoDOT district representative has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].

	====136.7.2.1.6.2 Cost Estimates====		====136.7.2.1.6.2 Cost Estimates====
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	The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to be used on a project. These design parameters should be chosen such that all of the deficiencies currently at a project site are addressed resulting in safer site conditions. Additionally, the proposed structure should result in a structure that will not have any significant deficiencies for at least 25 years.		The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to be used on a project. These design parameters should be chosen such that all of the deficiencies currently at a project site are addressed resulting in safer site conditions. Additionally, the proposed structure should result in a structure that will not have any significant deficiencies for at least 25 years.

	MoDOT will focus oversight efforts on federally funded bridge and culvert projects at the PS&E submittal stage. Submittal of the proposed details or plans for a project is not required at the preliminary design stage for normal highway bridge and culvert projects, and submitted details will not be reviewed by MoDOT unless there are specific questions related to the eligibility of the proposed project. If the engineer of record has specific questions on a project, they may submit those questions in writing along with any appropriate details for MoDOT’s review and guidance. For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the MoDOT district representative. Once the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative] has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/~~RW-~~LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].		MoDOT will focus oversight efforts on federally funded bridge and culvert projects at the PS&E submittal stage. Submittal of the proposed details or plans for a project is not required at the preliminary design stage for normal highway bridge and culvert projects, and submitted details will not be reviewed by MoDOT unless there are specific questions related to the eligibility of the proposed project. If the engineer of record has specific questions on a project, they may submit those questions in writing along with any appropriate details for MoDOT’s review and guidance. For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the MoDOT district representative. Once the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative] has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].

	If the LPA decides to pursue replacement of a structure that is only eligible for partial funding, then cost estimate information as specified in EPG 136.7.2.2.5.2 Structure Replacement versus Rehabilitation must be provided to MoDOT for review and approval during the preliminary design stage of the project.		If the LPA decides to pursue replacement of a structure that is only eligible for partial funding, then cost estimate information as specified in EPG 136.7.2.2.5.2 Structure Replacement versus Rehabilitation must be provided to MoDOT for review and approval during the preliminary design stage of the project.

Hoskir: /* 136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions */ updated link to design exception information form per RR4213

2026-07-09T18:33:26Z

136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions: updated link to design exception information form per RR4213

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	* [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/BR/~~131.1_Design_Exception~~.docx Design Exception Information form]		* [https://epg.modot.mo.org/forms/general_files/DE/DesignExceptionInformationForm.docx Design Exception Information form]
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Hoskir: /* 136.7.3.1.2.1.8 Bridge Material Inspection/Acceptance */ updated per RR4179

2026-05-06T14:22:29Z

136.7.3.1.2.1.8 Bridge Material Inspection/Acceptance: updated per RR4179

Hoskir: /* 136.7.2.8 Proprietary Items */

2026-03-04T21:03:08Z

136.7.2.8 Proprietary Items

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	Additionally, the specific characteristics of the proprietary product that is mentioned should be included in the job special provision. Construction personnel can use this information to determine if the substitute product is indeed “or equal”. Examples of specific characteristics are the reflective properties of pavement marking tape, width and length of crashworthy end treatments, signal controller units that are compatible with existing units in the field or other applications in which the district core team can specifically name product characteristics. When requested by a contractor to approve the use of a substitute product based upon the “or equal” provisions contained in the JSP, construction field personnel will coordinate their response to this request with the engineer of record.		Additionally, the specific characteristics of the proprietary product that is mentioned should be included in the job special provision. Construction personnel can use this information to determine if the substitute product is indeed “or equal”. Examples of specific characteristics are the reflective properties of pavement marking tape, width and length of crashworthy end treatments, signal controller units that are compatible with existing units in the field or other applications in which the district core team can specifically name product characteristics. When requested by a contractor to approve the use of a substitute product based upon the “or equal” provisions contained in the JSP, construction field personnel will coordinate their response to this request with the engineer of record.

	The [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/proprietary_item_approvals/Forms/ByDistrict_New.aspx?OR=~~Teams-HL&CT=1646922436471&params=eyJBcHBOYW1lIjoiVGVhbXMtRGVza3RvcCIsIkFwcFZlcnNpb24iOiIyNy8yMjAyMDcwMTgxMCJ9~~ Proprietary Item Library] presents approved Proprietary Item Certifications and approved Public Interest Findings.		The [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/proprietary_item_approvals/Forms/ByDistrict_New.aspx?viewid=6f484eb8%2D5b55%2D451c%2Db369%2D31e27c28aa67 Proprietary Item Library] presents approved Proprietary Item Certifications and approved Public Interest Findings.

	For more information on Bridge Proprietary Items see [[#136.7.2.2.6.8 Structural Proprietary Items\|EPG 136.7.2.2.6.8]].		For more information on Bridge Proprietary Items see [[#136.7.2.2.6.8 Structural Proprietary Items\|EPG 136.7.2.2.6.8]].

Hoskir: updated links to form 136.8

2025-10-07T19:26:32Z

updated links to form 136.8

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	:* Title sheet must include the construction specifications to be used		:* Title sheet must include the construction specifications to be used

	For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative]. Once the MoDOT district representative has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [~~[media~~:Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx\|preliminary plan approval memo]].		For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative]. Once the MoDOT district representative has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW-LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].

	====136.7.2.1.6.2 Cost Estimates====		====136.7.2.1.6.2 Cost Estimates====
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	The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to be used on a project. These design parameters should be chosen such that all of the deficiencies currently at a project site are addressed resulting in safer site conditions. Additionally, the proposed structure should result in a structure that will not have any significant deficiencies for at least 25 years.		The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to be used on a project. These design parameters should be chosen such that all of the deficiencies currently at a project site are addressed resulting in safer site conditions. Additionally, the proposed structure should result in a structure that will not have any significant deficiencies for at least 25 years.

	MoDOT will focus oversight efforts on federally funded bridge and culvert projects at the PS&E submittal stage. Submittal of the proposed details or plans for a project is not required at the preliminary design stage for normal highway bridge and culvert projects, and submitted details will not be reviewed by MoDOT unless there are specific questions related to the eligibility of the proposed project. If the engineer of record has specific questions on a project, they may submit those questions in writing along with any appropriate details for MoDOT’s review and guidance. For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the MoDOT district representative. Once the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative] has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [~~[media~~:Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx\|preliminary plan approval memo]].		MoDOT will focus oversight efforts on federally funded bridge and culvert projects at the PS&E submittal stage. Submittal of the proposed details or plans for a project is not required at the preliminary design stage for normal highway bridge and culvert projects, and submitted details will not be reviewed by MoDOT unless there are specific questions related to the eligibility of the proposed project. If the engineer of record has specific questions on a project, they may submit those questions in writing along with any appropriate details for MoDOT’s review and guidance. For projects that are located on or cross over MoDOT right of way, submittal of preliminary plans for review and approval by MoDOT is required. Submitted information shall be sent to the MoDOT district representative. Once the [https://www.modot.org/about-lpacontact-us MoDOT district representative] has reviewed and approved the preliminary plans they will provide the LPA their [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/DE/RW-LPA/Letter_of_Certification_Preliminary_Plans_Approval_Form_136.8.docx preliminary plan approval memo].

	If the LPA decides to pursue replacement of a structure that is only eligible for partial funding, then cost estimate information as specified in EPG 136.7.2.2.5.2 Structure Replacement versus Rehabilitation must be provided to MoDOT for review and approval during the preliminary design stage of the project.		If the LPA decides to pursue replacement of a structure that is only eligible for partial funding, then cost estimate information as specified in EPG 136.7.2.2.5.2 Structure Replacement versus Rehabilitation must be provided to MoDOT for review and approval during the preliminary design stage of the project.

Hoskir: /* 136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions */ updated per RR4076

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136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions: updated per RR4076

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	==136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions==		==136.7.2.7 Design Exceptions==

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			* [https://epg.modot.org/forms/general_files/BR/131.1_Design_Exception.docx Design Exception Information form]
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	The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to use for LPA projects and is encouraged to utilize practical design approaches to provide the most economical project that meets the needs of the LPA. As part of this process, deviations from rules, regulations, or design guidelines may provide for the best engineering solution for the project. Whenever this situation is encountered, the engineer of record shall document these deviations and submit a request for a design exception for review and approval by the appropriate people as indicated below.		The engineer of record is responsible for determining the appropriate design parameters to use for LPA projects and is encouraged to utilize practical design approaches to provide the most economical project that meets the needs of the LPA. As part of this process, deviations from rules, regulations, or design guidelines may provide for the best engineering solution for the project. Whenever this situation is encountered, the engineer of record shall document these deviations and submit a request for a design exception for review and approval by the appropriate people as indicated below.
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	'''Deviations from MoDOT and Federal Requirements'''		'''Deviations from MoDOT and Federal Requirements'''

	When the deviation from normal practice involves a state or federal requirement, the engineer of record shall submit the design exception to the LPA for their review and approval. Once the LPA has reviewed and approved the design exception by signing it, they should return it to the engineer of record. For projects on MoDOT’s system, the engineer of record shall submit the approved design exception to the MoDOT District Contact for review and approval. After review, approval and signature of the design exception by MoDOT, a copy of the signed design exception form will be returned to the engineer of record by the MoDOT District Contact for the project file. If the project is a federal full oversight project, the design exception will have to be reviewed, approved and signed by FHWA which will be coordinated by MoDOT.		When the deviation from normal practice involves a state or federal requirement, the engineer of record shall submit the design exception to the LPA for their review and approval. Once the LPA has reviewed and approved the design exception by signing it, they should return it to the engineer of record. For projects on MoDOT’s system, the engineer of record shall submit the approved design exception to the MoDOT District LPA Contact who will route it to the District Engineer for review and approval. After review, approval and signature of the design exception by MoDOT, a copy of the signed design exception form will be returned to the engineer of record by the MoDOT District LPA Contact for the project file. If the project is a federal full oversight project, the design exception will have to be reviewed, approved and signed by FHWA which will be coordinated by MoDOT.

	'''Information Needed for Design Exception Submittal'''		'''Information Needed for Design Exception Submittal'''

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	'''The Public Information Plan''' details the communication strategies to be used to inform affected road users, the general public, area residents and businesses, and appropriate public and transportation entities about the project, the expected impacts of the work and changing conditions.		'''The Public Information Plan''' details the communication strategies to be used to inform affected road users, the general public, area residents and businesses, and appropriate public and transportation entities about the project, the expected impacts of the work and changing conditions.

	The plans and specifications should include the job special provisions and pay items for implementing the TMP, including any provisions to provide, install, move, replace, maintain, clean, and remove any temporary traffic control devices required by the temporary traffic control plan. Lump sum payment for all TMP traffic control pay items is not allowed. As a minimum separate pay items must be provided for positive protection devices (i.e. temporary concrete barrier, barricades, etc.). It is also recommended to separate lump sum pay items for striping and signing because they are usually subcontracted work. A Job Special Provision (JSP) must be included and should provide sufficient details such that the quantity and types of devices and the overall effort to implement and maintain the TMP can be determined. See [[#136.7.4 Engineer’s Estimate\|EPG 136.7.4 Engineer’s Estimate]] and [~~http~~://ecfr~~.gpoaccess~~.gov/~~cgi~~/t/~~text~~/~~text~~-~~idx?c=ecfr&rgn=div5&view=text&node=23:1~~.~~0.1.7.21&idno=23~~ CFR 630.1012] for further information. Also see [[#136.7.3.1.2.1.1 Traffic Control\|EPG 136.7.3.1.2.1.1 Traffic Control]] for information on the Traffic Control required JSP.		The plans and specifications should include the job special provisions and pay items for implementing the TMP, including any provisions to provide, install, move, replace, maintain, clean, and remove any temporary traffic control devices required by the temporary traffic control plan. Lump sum payment for all TMP traffic control pay items is not allowed. As a minimum separate pay items must be provided for positive protection devices (i.e. temporary concrete barrier, barricades, etc.). It is also recommended to separate lump sum pay items for striping and signing because they are usually subcontracted work. A Job Special Provision (JSP) must be included and should provide sufficient details such that the quantity and types of devices and the overall effort to implement and maintain the TMP can be determined. See [[#136.7.4 Engineer’s Estimate\|EPG 136.7.4 Engineer’s Estimate]] and [https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-23/chapter-I/subchapter-G/part-630/subpart-J/section-630.1012 CFR 630.1012] for further information. Also see [[#136.7.3.1.2.1.1 Traffic Control\|EPG 136.7.3.1.2.1.1 Traffic Control]] for information on the Traffic Control required JSP.

	====136.7.2.1.4.2 Pavement Marking====		====136.7.2.1.4.2 Pavement Marking====

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updated CFR link

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	:* Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Plan in accordance with 23 CFR Part 630		:* Temporary Traffic Control (TTC) Plan in accordance with 23 CFR Part 630
	:* Survey Control		:* Survey Control
	:* Erosion Control Plan in accordance with [~~http~~://ecfr~~.gpoaccess~~.gov/~~cgi~~/t/~~text~~/~~text~~-~~idx?c=ecfr&sid=66e908b3ce5ca6820f3ca0e28834f52c&rgn=div8&view=text&node=23:1.0~~.~~1.7.23.3.1.5&idno=23~~ 23 CFR 635.309] and [[#136.7.2.1.5.2 Erosion Control\|EPG 136.7.2.1.5.2]]		:* Erosion Control Plan in accordance with [https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-23/chapter-I/subchapter-G/part-635/subpart-C/section-635.309 23 CFR 635.309] and [[#136.7.2.1.5.2 Erosion Control\|EPG 136.7.2.1.5.2]]
	:* All plans must be signed and sealed by a registered Professional Engineer		:* All plans must be signed and sealed by a registered Professional Engineer
	:* The title sheet must also be signed by the LPA		:* The title sheet must also be signed by the LPA

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	=====136.7.3.1.2.1.8 Bridge Material Inspection/Acceptance=====		=====136.7.3.1.2.1.8 Bridge Material Inspection/Acceptance=====
	The LPA has the option to conduct the inspection at a fabrication shop during the manufacturing of fabricated bridge elements being supplied for the job. When the LPA decides not to inspect at the fabrication shop, the following specifications regarding acceptance of fabricated structural members shall be included (when appropriate) as job special provisions in the specification documents for the two classes of structural members shown below. The [https://epg.modot.org/index.php/Job_Special_Provisions language for these JSPs is available from MoDOT].		The LPA has the option to conduct the inspection at a fabrication shop during the manufacturing of fabricated bridge elements being supplied for the job. When the LPA decides not to inspect at the fabrication shop, the following specifications regarding acceptance of fabricated structural members shall be included (when appropriate) as job special provisions in the specification documents for the two classes of structural members shown below. The [https://epg.modot.org/index.php/Job_Special_Provisions language for these JSPs is available from MoDOT].

	'''136.7.3.1.2.1.8.1 Acceptance of Precast Concrete Members and Panels '''		'''136.7.3.1.2.1.8.1 Acceptance of Precast Concrete Members and Panels '''

	The following procedures have been established for the acceptance of precast concrete girders, slab panels, MSE wall systems, and other structural members. Shop drawings shall be submitted for review and approval to the engineer of record for the local public agency (LPA). The approval is expected to cover only the general design features, and in no case shall this approval be considered to cover errors or omissions in the shop drawings. The LPA or their engineer of record has the option of inspecting the precast units during fabrication or requiring the fabricator to furnish a certification of contract compliance and substantiating test reports. In addition, the reports shown below shall be required.		The following procedures have been established for the acceptance of precast concrete girders, slab panels, MSE wall systems, and other structural members. Shop drawings shall be submitted for review and approval to the engineer of record for the local public agency (LPA). The approval is expected to cover only the general design features, and in no case shall this approval be considered to cover errors or omissions in the shop drawings. The LPA or their engineer of record has the option of inspecting the precast units during fabrication or requiring the fabricator to furnish a certification of contract compliance and substantiating test reports. In addition, the reports shown below shall be required.

	:* Certified mill test reports, including results of physical tests on the prestressing strands in reinforcing steel, as required.		* Certified mill test reports, including results of physical tests on the prestressing strands in reinforcing steel, as required.
	:* Test reports on concrete cylinder breaks.		* Test reports on concrete cylinder breaks.

	The LPA or their engineer of record shall verify and document that the dimensions of the precast units were checked at the jobsite and found to be in compliance with the shop drawings.		The LPA or their engineer of record shall verify and document that the dimensions of the precast units were checked at the jobsite and found to be in compliance with the shop drawings.

	'''136.7.3.1.2.1.8.2 Acceptance of Structural Steel'''		'''136.7.3.1.2.1.8.2 Acceptance of Structural Steel'''

	The following procedures have been established for the acceptance of structural steel. Shop drawings shall be submitted for review and approval to the engineer of record for the ~~local public agency~~ (LPA). The approval is expected to cover only the general design features, and in no case shall this approval be considered to cover errors or omissions in the shop drawings. It is recommended that the contract documents contain provisions that the contractor shall utilize a fabricator that meets the appropriate American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) certification provisions as outlined in [~~http~~://www.modot.org/~~business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=14~~ Sec 1080.3.1.6]. Additional information regarding the AISC certification program can be found on [http://www.aisc.org/ the AISC website].		The following procedures have been established for the acceptance of structural steel. Shop drawings in accordance with [https://www.modot.org/missouri-standard-specifications-highway-construction Sec 1080.3.2] shall be submitted for review and approval to the engineer of record for the Local Public Agency (LPA). The approval is expected to cover only the general design features, and in no case shall this approval be considered to cover errors or omissions in the shop drawings. It is recommended that the contract documents contain provisions that the contractor shall utilize a fabricator that meets the appropriate American Institute of Steel Construction (AISC) certification provisions as outlined in [https://www.modot.org/missouri-standard-specifications-highway-construction Sec 1080.3.1.6]. Additional information regarding the AISC certification program can be found on [http://www.aisc.org/ the AISC website].

	All welding operations, including material and personnel, shall meet the American Welding Society (AWS) specifications~~. Primary welds shall meet the provisions of~~ [~~http~~://www.modot.org/~~business/standards_and_specs/SpecbookEPG.pdf#page=14~~ Sec 1080.3.3.~~5.2~~]. The LPA or their engineer of record has the option of inspecting the steel units during fabrication or requiring the fabricator to furnish a certification of contract compliance and substantiating test reports. In addition, the reports shown below shall be required.		All welding operations, including material and personnel, shall meet the American Welding Society (AWS) specifications as specified in [https://www.modot.org/missouri-standard-specifications-highway-construction Sec 1080.3.3.4]. The LPA or their engineer of record has the option of inspecting the steel units during fabrication or requiring the fabricator to furnish a certification of contract compliance and substantiating test reports. In addition, the reports shown below shall be required.

	:* Certified mill test reports, including results of chemical and physical tests on all structural steel as furnished.		* Certified mill test reports, including results of chemical and physical tests on all structural steel as furnished.
	:* Non-destructive testing reports.		* Non-destructive testing reports.
	:* Verification of the girder camber, sweep, and other blocking data.		* Verification of the girder camber, sweep, and other blocking data.
	:* Verification of coating operations.		* Verification of coating operations.

	The LPA or their engineer of record shall verify and document that the dimensions of the structural steel units were checked at the jobsite and found to be in compliance with the shop drawings.		The LPA or their engineer of record shall verify and document that the dimensions of the structural steel units were checked at the jobsite and found to be in compliance with the shop drawings.