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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.
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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://wwwi/intranet/rw/ Right of Way], [http://wwwi/design/default.htm Design], [http://wwwi/intranet/br/default.htm Bridge], [http://wwwi/intranet/cm/ Construction], [http://wwwi/intranet/tr/ Traffic] and [http://wwwi/maintenance/ Maintenance] manuals.
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MediaWiki, the engine behind the Wikipedia on the World Wide Web, is the software delivering the EPG.  Over 20 million 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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<b>The design concepts and criteria within the Engineering Policy Guide (EPG) are intended for use when designing new construction projects on new locations or designing reconstruction projects on existing locationsProjects on existing roadways call for a flexible, practical, and performance-based approach to design. The EPG encourages flexible and practical design, which emphasizes the role of the planning and design teams in determining appropriate design dimensions based on project-specific conditions and existing and future roadway performance, more than on meeting specific nominal design criteriaAlthough new design values and concepts may be presented throughout the EPG, this does not imply that existing roadways are unsafe, nor does it mandate the initiation of projects to improve existing roadways. While the EPG does include nearly all engineering related aspects of roadway design and maintenance it is not all encompassing. The use of properly equipped and maintained vehicles, operated by a capable user, is also pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of a transportation facility.</b>
 
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8/4/14: A new QRG, Land Disturbance Project Information, has been added to [[:Category:101 Standard Forms#Land Disturbance Project Information|EPG 101 Standard Forms]].
 
 
 
'''[[media:Change Order Codes 2014.doc|Change Order Codes]]'''
 
 
 
11/18/14: The definition of "Routine Adjustment" was revised in the Change Order Codes.
 
 
 
'''Standard Detailing Note for Epoxy Coated Reinforcing Steel'''
 
 
 
11/18/14:  A note pertaining to [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(C1.15)|C1.15]] was deleted and Note C1.16 was deleted because the requirement for adding epoxy coated test bars to the bar bill for bridges has been rescinded.
 
 
 
'''Contract Leveling Course'''
 
   
 
11/18/14:  The Contract Leveling Course (CLC) Guidelines and JSPs have been updated in [[:Category:402 Bituminous Surface Leveling|EPG 402 Bituminous Surface Leveling]].  Primarily, the Modifications to Surface Level Mix Mixtures Containing RAP and RAS JSP and the Safety Plan JSP are no longer required.
 
 
 
'''Outdoor Advertising Permitting'''
 
 
 
11/14/14: Guidance was added in [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.15.2 Indemnification|EPG 236.16.15.2 Indemnification]] to reflect that applicants for a vegetation permit must now inspect the property.
 
 
 
'''Bidding Documents'''
 
 
 
11/7/14:  In [[:Category:102 Bidding Requirements and Conditions|EPG 102 Bidding Requirements and Conditions]], references to Indox were removed.
 
 
 
'''[http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/RW/bidding_contract/_layouts/WordViewer.aspx?id=/systemdelivery/RW/bidding_contract/Shared%20Documents/D-12%20Form/D-12%20Form_Rev.11.4.15.docx&Source=http%3A%2F%2Fsharepoint%2Fsystemdelivery%2FRW%2Fbidding%5Fcontract%2Fdefault%2Easpx%3FRootFolder%3D%252Fsystemdelivery%252FRW%252Fbidding%255Fcontract%252FShared%2520Documents%252FD%252D12%2520Form%26FolderCTID%3D0x0120009D3246D03EA388499D8420F36B4C2BF0%26View%3D%7B4F86C176%2DA1F2%2D424A%2D8C69%2D98EFFC3E51D7%7D&DefaultItemOpen=1 District Final Plans Checklist, Form D-12]'''
 
 
 
11/7/14: In [[237.9 Submission of Plans and Supporting Documents#237.9.1 Final Design Plans Submittal|EPG 237.9.1 Final Design Plans Submittal]], the Form D-12 was updated. Also, the Letter of Transmittal is no longer used.
 
 
 
'''Outdoor Advertising Personnel'''
 
 
 
11/6/14: [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.2 Organization & Personnel|EPG 236.16.2 Organization & Personnel]] has been updated to show the new boundaries of the six areas of Missouri served by the Outdoor Advertising Area Specialists.
 
 
 
'''Field Welder Qualification'''
 
 
 
10/31/14: [[:Category:712 Structural Steel Construction|EPG 712 Structural Steel Construction]], especially [[:Category:712 Structural Steel Construction#712.1.4 Welding|EPG 712.1.4 Welding]], [[:Category:712 Structural Steel Construction#712.1.5 High Strength Bolts (Sec 712.7)|EPG 712.1.5 High Strength Bolts]] and [[:Category:712 Structural Steel Construction#712.2.3.2 PAL Manufacturer Facilities Sampling|EPG 712.2.3.2 PAL Manufacturer Facilities Sampling]], were updated to reflect current field welder qualification practices. Much of [[903.24 Laboratory Testing Guidelines for Sec 903#903.24.1 Procedure|EPG 903.24.1 Procedure]] was deleted to removed archaic welder qualification info.  Also, the Welder Qualification Form in EPG 101 was removed as it is no longer required.
 
 
 
'''[[620.13 Measurement of Retroreflectivity by Handheld Retroreflectometers#620.13.5 Acceptance|Pavement Marking Acceptance Table]]'''
 
 
 
10/22/14: This table, used to determine the quality and remaining life of new and existing pavement markings, has been updated and clarified.
 
 
 
'''"Additional Information" Box Provides Quick References for Guardrail, Guard Cable and More'''
 
 
 
10/22/14: The box at the top of [[:Category:606 Guardrail and Guard Cable|EPG 606 Guardrail and Guard Cable]] has been expanded to include pdf files presenting useful info about roadside hardware.
 
 
 
'''[[903.6 Warning Signs#903.6.11 Chevron Alignment Sign (W1-8) (MUTCD Section 2C.09)|EPG 903.6.11 Chevron Alignment Signs]]'''
 
 
 
10/17/14: By Dec. 31, 2019, Chevron Alignment signs are to be installed on curves with AADTs greater than 1000 that also have an advisory speed that is 15 mph or more below the road’s posted speed.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:134 Engineering Professional Services#134.2.4 Consultant Solicitation and Selection Process – Standard Solicitation Method for On-Call/Hourly Rate Contracts Cost Plus Fixed Fee Contracts|EPG 134.2.4 Consultant Solicitation and Selection Process – Standard Solicitation Method for On-Call/Hourly Rate Contracts Cost Plus Fixed Fee Contracts]]'''
 
 
 
10/16/14: Verbiage about Hourly Rates was removed since they no longer apply to On-Call contracts.   
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:110 State and Federal Wage Rates and Other Requirements#Occasionally a subcontractor|EPG 110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records]]'''
 
 
 
10/16/14: Guidance was added about subcontractors signing the prevailing wage affidavit.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:139 Design - Build|EPG 139 Design - Build]]'''
 
 
 
10/15/14: Additional guidance for existing practices is now available for this article, especially a [[:Category:139 Design - Build#139.10.7 Procurement Document Writing Guide|Procurement Document Writing Guide]].
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:110 State and Federal Wage Rates and Other Requirements#110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records (Guidance for Sec 110.3)|EPG 110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records]]'''
 
 
 
10/15/14:  Since the MO Dept. of Labor certified payroll form is no longer used by MoDOT, a sentence referencing it was removed.
 
 
 
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#H3c. Type N PTFE|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes H3c. Type N PTFE]]'''
 
 
 
10/1/14: Two new notes, H3.24 and H3.31, are now available for use on plan sheets.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:139 Design - Build#The Executive Recommendation Committee will consider|EPG 139.8.2.6 Design-Build Proposal Selection and Project Award]]'''
 
 
 
9/24/14: Guidance about the Commission's project design approval for Design-Build projects was clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:170 Maintenance Activity Planning Guidelines|EPG 170 Maintenance Activity Planning Guidelines]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: The Maintenance Activity Planning Guidelines have been revised to accommodate changes in MoDOT operations and to provide consistency among districts.
 
 
 
'''[[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)|EPG 806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: In recent years, there have been a number of changes in best management practices to comply with the Clean Water Act. Regulatory agencies have also greatly increased their level of scrutiny in this area. This article was generally revised to allow MoDOT to remain good stewards of the environment by providing guidance on the proper methods and equipment with which to prevent storm water pollution.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:409 Seal Coat#409.1 Design|Design of Seal Coats]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: Seal coat projects have been bid by combining asphalt emulsion and aggregate pay items. This article was revised to provide guidance for seal coat application types and to establish separate pay items for emulsion and aggregate.
 
 
 
'''Utility Agreement Maximum'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: In [[643.2 Local Utility Adjustments - Public and Private#643.2.1.33 Lump Sum Estimates|EPG 643.2.1.33 Lump Sum Estimates]] and [[643.2 Local Utility Adjustments - Public and Private#643.2.2.1.3 Types of Cost Estimates for Agreements|EPG 643.2.2.1.3 Types of Cost Estimates for Agreements]], the limit was raised on lump sum agreements for utilities, eliminating need for keeping and auditing detailed cost records. Lump sum agreements are now to be submitted with a clearly defined scope and cost estimate.
 
 
 
'''[[Other Aspects of Pavement Design#Optional Pavement Design for Minor Roads|Optional Pavement Design for Minor Roads]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: This new table allows a pavement thickness determination that should offset cost of early maintenance repairs.
 
 
 
'''VECP/PDVECP Approval/Rejection Process'''
 
 
 
9/23/14: The VECP/PDVECP had an evaluation process but provided no recourse for contractor if submittal is rejected. [[104.13 Construction Inspection Guidance for Sec 104#Value Engineering Proposal Support|EPG 104.13.2 Value Engineering Proposal Support]] was added so that a request can be submitted to Construction & Materials.
 
 
 
'''Impact Fee'''
 
  
9/11/14: General guidance was recently added about the assessment of an impact fee to fund future maintenance and operation of system expansion projects completely funded by other entities. The info is located in a yellow box at the top of [[121.3 The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)|EPG 121.3 The Statewide Transportation Improvement Program (STIP)]].
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Our mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that is
safe, innovative, reliable and dedicated to a prosperous Missouri.


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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.

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The design concepts and criteria within the Engineering Policy Guide (EPG) are intended for use when designing new construction projects on new locations or designing reconstruction projects on existing locations. Projects on existing roadways call for a flexible, practical, and performance-based approach to design. The EPG encourages flexible and practical design, which emphasizes the role of the planning and design teams in determining appropriate design dimensions based on project-specific conditions and existing and future roadway performance, more than on meeting specific nominal design criteria. Although new design values and concepts may be presented throughout the EPG, this does not imply that existing roadways are unsafe, nor does it mandate the initiation of projects to improve existing roadways. While the EPG does include nearly all engineering related aspects of roadway design and maintenance it is not all encompassing. The use of properly equipped and maintained vehicles, operated by a capable user, is also pertinent to the safe and efficient operation of a transportation facility.

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