Recent Policy Changes in the EPG

October 26, 2026

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• Edits to EPG 616.19 Work Zone Capacity, Queue and Travel Delay ― Updating to accommodate work zones / intelligent transportation systems. This guidance has been updated through the Safety Response Team (SRT) processes.
• Edits to EPG 1040 Guardrail, End Terminals, One-Strand Access Restraint Cable and Guard Cable Material ― Updating 1040 to include PEAS for approved manufacturer's list and removing embedded approved manufacturer's list since it exists as FS-1040 Table 1.
• Edits to all articles in EPG 129 Public Involvement ― Policy updated due to changes in federal regulations in response to President Trump's Executive Orders 14148, 14154, 14173 and the Council on Environmental Quality (CEQ) Interim Final Rule jointly and in continuing accordance with FHWA, FTA and FRA's Joint NEPA regulations (23CFR part 771).
• Edits to EPG 321 Geotechnical Engineering and 321.2 Geotechnical Guidelines ― Updated to match current procedures and guidance.
• Edits to EPG 901.7.5 Underpass Lighting and 901.7.6 High Mast Lighting ― Updating EPG to accommodate changes to high mast tower and underpass specs.
• Edits to EPG 321.1 Design of Earth Slopes, 321.2.3.3 General Procedures, 321.2.3.4 Division of Responsibility, 321.2.3.5 Practical Considerations, 321.2.4.2 Walls, 720.2.1 MSE Wall Systems (Permanent MSE Wall Systems and Temporary MSE Wall Systems) Specified on Plan Details, 747.2.6.2 Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Wall Systems, 751.1.2.2 Wing Lengths, 751.1.2.31 Finishing Up Design Layout, 751.1.4.4 CIP Concrete Walls, 751.24.2.1 Design and 751.24.3.2 Design ― Updating various EPG sections to clarify global stability requirements, resistance factor and settlement limit of MSE wall.
• Edits to EPG 643.4.1.5 Grade Separation Structures / Closing of Existing Crossing and 643.4.2 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Railroads ― Revising and clarifying Railroad Flagging to be consistent current JSP clearly defining financial responsibilities.
• Edits to EPG 106.3.2.59.2 Inertial Profiler Certification Procedures, 610.6 Areas of Localized Roughness (Sec 610.4.5.3) and 610.7 Dispute Resolution (Sec 610.5.5) ― Removing diamond grinding/planing and any coldmilling less than one inch from the list of qualifying combination treatments under Category (C) for single lift asphalt overlays. These treatments are now proposed to be reclassified under Category (D), where percent improvement incentives apply.

October 22, 2026

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• Updated EPG 108.1.1 Review and Approval of a Subcontract Request, updates were made due to the FHWA 1273 update.

October 20, 2026

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• Updated EPG 941.8 Traffic Impact Study Requirements to clarify sight distance evaluations should be completed for all developments meeting EPG 941.7 criteria meeting or exceeding both intersection sight distance and stopping sight distance as described in EPG 941.7.1.1, EPG 233.2.1 and EPG 941.7.1.2.

October 19, 2026

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• Updated EPG 903.2.21 Combined Maximum and Minimum Speed Limits Sign (R2-4a) (MUTCD Section 2B.24). Combination Max and Min Speed Limits guidance had text which some districts found not to be specific enough and asked for clarity. The new language conveys the same direction as the old text but has been reworded to make the guidance as black and white as possible.

October 8, 2026

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• Updated EPG 905.2.13 Speed Limit Guidelines and 905.2.14 Voiding City Ordinances on State Routes with Inappropriate Speed Limits to raise maximum speed limit from 70 to 75 per legislation change. 905.2.13 and 905.2.14 were also switched. It make sense to discuss speed limit guidelines over the process for voiding inappropriate speed limits.
• Updated EPG 902.12.1 Application of Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (MUTCD Section 4L.01) to include contracts responsibility details, additional contracts available, removing future electrical operating costs onto the applicant, consistent beacon term use, inclusion of RRFB usage, and clarifying MoDOT should provide all future maintenance of beacons which matches the current language in the TR agreements.
• Updated EPG 902.18.7 Procedures for Advance Beacon Installations by Outside Parties. by making revisions clarifying RRFBs requested by outside party may be considered, the use of the TR63 agreement, contract responsibilities, and clarifying MoDOT should provide all future maintenance of RRFBs.
• Updated EPG LPA:136.8 Local Public Agency Land Acquisition, Central Office Right of Way (COROW) has taken over the responsibility for review and processing LPA projects. We replaced the District ROW references with COROW references to accurately explain our roles and responsibilities.

September 14, 2026

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• Updated Podi List in EPG 123.1.
• Updated EPG 747.1.1 Bridge Survey Location Request Submittal/Completion Process to show location where the Bridge Survey Location Request forms should be stored.

September 3, 2026

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• EPG 909 Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) was expanded, added information, resources and clear guidelines.
• EPG 110.3.2 Errors, Omissions and Non-Compliance was updated to clarify payroll restitution.

September 2, 2026

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• Clarified approval process for MSE walls and updated links in EPG 720.1.2 Procedure, H11. Fences and Sidewalks and 1052.3 Special Designs and Shop Drawings.

August 18, 2026

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• Updated Highway Signing Information box in EPG 903 Highway Signing (MUTCD Part 2) and updated Do Not Replace / Limited Use document, it was renamed to Signing Updates.

August 7, 2026

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• Updated EPG 903.3.29 Advance Traffic Control Signs (W3-1, W3-2, W3-3, and W3-4) (MUTCD Section 2C.35) added 2nd Option statement, if a warning beacon is used with an advance traffic control sign and the traffic control signal the warning beacon is tied to goes to flash, we are adding the option that the warning beacon may also flash.

August 6, 2026

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• Updated EPG 902.2.5 Basis of Removal of Traffic Control Signals (MUTCD Section 4B.05) by making revisions to the steps needed to be taken after a decision has been made to remove a signal.

July 22, 2026

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• Clarify and update requirements/documents required for lease/license agreement submittals from the Districts to CO ROW in EPG 236.5.25.9 Lease/Licenses/Airspace License Agreements Submittals to Right of Way Section
• Updated EPG 902.23.7.2 Yellow Change and Red Clearance Intervals clarifiying language due to possible confusion of assuming the statement reads yellow plus all-red can not go above 6 seconds where the intent of the statement is yellow and all-red each separately can not go above 6 seconds.

July 21, 2026

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• EPG 236.13.12 Plan Submittal and Filing and 236.13.13.2 Right of Way Obtained by Condemnation was updated providing additional guidance on the requirements of the Right of Way Plan Sheet project Termini.
• Added EPG 236.19 Dedication of Thoroughfares: Dedications typically arise from local governments or private developers and historically have not been routinely accepted by MoDOT. Recent operational, legal, Americans with Disabilities Act and risk management issues demonstrate the need for clear procedures.
• Summarized the key steps in the execution of Quitclaim Deeds associated with access changes in controlled access right of way and added the "Traffic Agreement and Deed Process" pdf in EPG 941.2.5 Quit Claim Deeds, General Warranty Deeds and Agreements
• Adding and updating links to Boilerplate Agreements in EPG 153.20 Right of Way Two new agreements were also added, TR64 and TR 65.

July 9, 2026

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• New test method 106.3.2.100 TM 100 was created for Balanced Mix Design Requirements.
• Updates to EPG 751.8.1.5 Precast Culvert and 1049.2 Precast Concrete Box Culverts - clarifying special design requirements for precast box culverts. Precast split-box designs in accordance with ASTM C1786 with or without modification are not an acceptable precast alternative for special designs.
• Added Agricultural Driveway Category and right-turn radii details in EPG 940.16 Driveway Geometrics in table 940.16.4.
• Updated EPG Test Method 406.3.2.93, TM 93 to show current process of approving concrete aggregate. The change allows for provisional approval based on physical test results until the 12 month C1105 is complete and removes the 6 and 9 month limits for C1105 in accordance with the revised ASTM C1105 specification.
• Revisions to language in EPG 109.12 Change Orders and 131.1 Design Exception Process for clarity and to reflect current practices in response to 2021 Audits and Investigation internal audit.
• In 2020, FHWA conducted an audit of MoDOT’s utility practices. A full rewrite of the EPG language was determined necessary to adequately address all FHWA comments on 2023 draft and existing language in EPG 236.5.12 Excess Land Conveyances & Relinquishments - Utilities and 643 Utility Procedures.
• Updating License Plate Reader installation details to incorporate MASH compliant breakaway assemblies and clarifying language for third party responsibilities and district involvement in EPG 236.5.29 License Plate Readers and 941.10.2 Location.

June 11, 2026

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• Updates were made to the Bridge Inspection Rating Manual (BIRM) in EPG 753.

May 27, 2026

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• The MoDOT Work Zone Impact Analysis Spreadsheet was updated in EPG 616.19 to provide links to the new MUTCD nomenclature. The cost of truck and car per hour has not been updated for several years and the amount was increase based on Transportation Planning group. One equation was miscalculating the cost of queuing vehicle and was fixed.

May 6, 2026

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• Streamlining ground mounted signposts in accordance with the engineering study by Horner and Shifrin in EPG 903.16.3 and 903.16.4.
• Updating various EPG articles and specification sections regarding galvanized bolts. Fabricators, inspectors and consultants recommended galvanizing bolts, nuts and washers in accordance with ASTM F2329 instead of ASTM A153. AASHTO material specification dropped AASHTO M 298 and recommended use of ASTM B695 for a mechanically galvanized option. In some areas, AASHTO M232 or ASTM A153 remains until internal processes are updated to coincide with ASTM F2329. Clarifications to galvanization process for structural steel and usage of galvanized bolts were added. EPG articles included are 614.2.1, 712, 751.36, 751.50, 901.18, 902.28, 903.22, 1023.2, 1040.2.2.
• Revisions to update procedures to 2025 Bridge Welding Code and MoDOT’s adaptations to code in EPG 136.7.3.1.2.1.8.2, 712.1.4.1.3, 751.5.9.3.3.
• EPG 104.2 and 751.1.3.2 revised to provide process guidance to the districts regarding coring bridge deck overlays for roadway design work.
• Updates to EPG 109.7 removes references requiring changes to pay periods at state and federal fiscal year ends. Removes procedures included in AWP Quick Reference Guides regarding the contractor payment processes through AWP from the EPG article.
• EPG 127.2.3.3.1, 127.2.9.1 and 127.2.9.2 was updated for consistent buffer distance in regard to archaeological sites and human remains.
• Re-titling to Traffic Pacing/Rolling Roadblock in EPG 616.19.7 and makes modifications to allow rolling roadblocks by MoDOT and contractor vehicles rather than restricting to law enforcement. All protective vehicles in the lane will require TMAs on their vehicles. Currently, MoDOT only allows law enforcement. Revisions are based on difficulty in getting enough law enforcement due to lack of personnel, and the potential of law enforcement being called away at any time.
• EPG 751.36.5 and 751.50 revised for pile length estimates and driving verification methods to increase accuracy of length estimates requiring fewer construction changes. Shifts pile analyses from consultants hired by the contractor to MoDOT staff.

April 16, 2026

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• Edits to EPG 903.2.21 Combined Maximum and Minimum Speed Limits Sign (R2-4a) (MUTCD Section 2B.24) to help clarify correct application of the sign.
• Language was added to EPG 822.2 Vegetation Management for Minor Roads to clarify Vegetation Management.
• Updated EPG 616.4 Flagger Control (MUTCD Chapter 6D), updated figure 616.4.5 for better guidance and pictures also added flagger guidance of how long to work and allow breaks. This was taken out by accident when the EPG was updated to meet the new MUTCD guidance.
• Changes to EPG 106.3.2.59 TM-59, Determination of the International Roughness Index updated links to IRI threshold tables.

April 9, 2026

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• Renamed Work Zone Technician Training to Work Zone Level 2 Training and Advanced Work Zone Training to Work Zone Level 3 Training in EPG 616 Temporary Traffic Control (MUTCD Part 6), 616.25 Work Zone Level 2 Training and 616.26 Work Zone Level 3 Training.

April 7, 2026

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• Added explanation of bearings and distance and the importance of showing on ROW plans and Legal Description in EPG 236.4.6.2 Methods of Legally Describing the Fee or Portion Thereof.
• Added Quick Reference Guide for Central Lab sample sizes to EPG 101 Standard Forms.

February 10, 2026

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• Add guidance for when to pay for geotextile with rock lining at culvert outlets (i.e. mowed lawn areas) in EPG 750.6.6 Rock Lining at Culvert Outlets.
• Updated EPG 127.14.3.2 Environmental Assessment to clarify who signs an Environmental Assessment.
• Removed standard note H5.54 from EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes because P and R rail designations (and this note) will no longer be used on our Bridge Standard Drawings.

February 9, 2026

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• Updated University of Missouri's Evaluation of J-turn Intersection Design Performance PDF in EPG 233.2.6 Type 4: Directional Median Opening with Downstream U-Turns.

February 2, 2026

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• Revision to EPG 1054 Concrete Admixtures fixes some spelling errors and makes the change that all the material under Sec 1054 can be sent in 1 quart plastic containers.
• Revised EPG 1001.4.2.2 Size of Sample, 1018.2.4 Destination Inspection of Approved or Certified Fly Ash, 1019.2.4 Destination Inspection of Approved or Company Certified Cement and 1019.3 Sampling to correct some sample sizes of material sent to the central lab.

January 30, 2026

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• Adding additional information for what needs to be written on QA concrete cores when they are submitted to the central lab for testing in EPG 502 Portland Cement Concrete Base and Pavement.

January 28, 2026

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• Added new Cost Estimate Guide for Scoping in EPG 104.7 Scoping Estimates.
• Adding language to EPG 501 Concrete for how concrete cylinders need to be marked when they are submitted to the central lab for testing.

January 22, 2026

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• Updated EPG 107.13 Insurance Requirements to link to new Sovereign Immunity Limits.
• Minor changes were made to the wording of EPG 106.9.5 BABA Review Process.
• Provide clearer language that is more definitive guidance for contractors in EPG 127.27 Guidelines for Obtaining Environmental Clearance for Off-Site Activities

January 22, 2026

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• Revised EPG 902.23.9 Power Outages at Signalized Intersections.
• Updated EPG 822.2 Vegetation Management for Minor Roads due to a change in policy for final mowing cycle.

January 21, 2026

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• EPG 751.1.2.17 and 751.9.1 updated to provide better access to bridge preliminary seismic design map for LRFD.

January 16, 2026

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• Updates to the EPG were made due to the MUTCD 11th Edition in EPG Articles 616, 620, 900, 903, 908, 910, 911, 913 and 914. For more information on the changes see the 2025 MUTCD Special Ballot.

January 13, 2026

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• Updating existing policy in EPG 136.4.1.6 Conflict of Interest to better describe/clarify existing requirements as it relates to consultant conflicts of interest on LPA projects,

January 5, 2026

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• Updates to EPG 501.2.9 and 1066.1 due to the phasing out the use of Aluminum powder for expansive concrete and adopting American Concrete Institute ACI-223 "Srinkage Compensating Concrete Guide"
• Updates to EPG 750.7.2 Types and 941.9.8.4 Culvert Pipe to allow up to 60" SRPE in Group A Flexible Polyethylene category and updates corrugated polyethylene pipe to "double wall polyethylene" pipe. Provides details for QPL application and requirements.