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|style="border: 1px solid #696969; color: #000; background-color: #A9A9A9"|<big><center>'''<font color = "white"><i>NEW ENGINEERING POLICY GUIDE'''</i></font color="white"></center></big>
 
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|valign="top" style="border: 1px solid #A9A9A9; color: #000; background-color: #F8F8FF"|MoDOT has made great strides to build a good transportation system and increase taxpayers' trust in its ability to deliver what was promised. The same innovative concepts such as [http://www.modot.mo.gov/business/PracticalDesign.htm practical design] and [http://www.modot.mo.gov/business/consultant_resources/DesignBuildInformation.htm design-build] that were used to deliver those commitments, have made MoDOT a leader in the transportation industryThese forward thinking, innovative concepts were continued with the decision to incorporate all MoDOT's engineering manuals under a single cover.
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|style="background:#F8F8FF" colspan="1" rowspan="1" width=830px|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/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.|| valign="center" style="border: 7px solid #A9A9A9" align="right" width=150px| '''<Big><center>[[media:MASH Implementation.pdf|MoDOT's MASH<br/>Implementation<br/>Information]]</center> </Big>'''
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|style="border:3px solid #a9a9a9; text-align:center; font-size: 100%; background:#74BAAC" width="830px" align="center" rowspan="1"|'''<Big><font color = "white"><i>Useful information on how to search for info in the EPG: [[media:Searching the Engineering Policy Guide.docx|Searching the Engineering Policy Guide]]<br/>'''<font color = "white"><i>Want help on how to update your EPG guidance? &nbsp;It is available at [[:Help Article#EPG Approval Process|EPG Approval Process]].'''</i></font color="white">'''</i></font color="white"><br/>'''<font color = "white"><i>[http://www.modot.org/business/standards_and_specs/highwayspecs.htm The Electronic MoDOT Spec Book for Mobile Devices] is now available. You may also [https://www6.modot.mo.gov/eMoDOTWeb/jsp/signon/signon.jsp sign up for E-Update notices]. To receive notices regarding Engineering Policy Revisions, select "Engineering Policy" then mark the appropriate subjects of interest. '''</i></font color="white"></Big>||rowspan="1" valign="center" width="180px" cellspacing="3" cellpadding="3" style="border: 9px solid #DCEDEA; background:#f5f5f5" align="center" rowspan="1"|'''<big><font color="white"><i>[[Recent Policy Changes in the EPG|RECENT POLICY CHANGES<br/>IN THE EPG]]</i></font color="white"></big>'''
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There are several documents (internal and external) that can be signed with digital signatures through PDF editing softwareONLY PDF DOCUMENTS CAN BE DIGITIALLY SIGNED. First you must set up your digital signature ID:
  
MoDOT is proud to present the new ''ENGINEERING POLICY GUIDE''.  This document is the result of a yearlong effort to combine the Right of Way, Design, Bridge, Construction, Traffic and [http://wwwi/maintenance/ Maintenance] Manuals; providing a single reference for all engineering guidance.  
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- If you are an Adobe Pro/Reader user, please see the Quick Reference Guide (QRG) [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/forms/CM/Digital_Signature_for_Adobe_Reader_DC_or_Pro_DC.docx Digital signature for Adobe Reader DC or Pro DC] to set up your digital signature ID.  If you are not including an image of your signature, you can skip Section 1 regarding capturing your signature image; go to Section 2 to set up your Adobe digital signature ID.  Unless you work in Construction and Materials, skip Section 3 as well.  Page 7 of these instructions will also look a little different due to software updates.  The Sign Document window will most likely be Sign With a Digital ID; click on Continue.  If you are including an image of your signature you will have to click on Create and follow the steps (also follow the directions in Section 1 for capturing your signature image).  Otherwise you will enter your password and click on Sign.
  
MediaWiki, the engine behind the Wikipedia on the World Wide Web, is the software used to deliver the new manual.  A small [[:Help:Contents|'''HELP ARTICLE''']] is included to assist you with some helpful hints on how to use the manual as well as other points of interest. This [[:Help:Contents|'''HELP ARTICLE''']] will be expanded as questions arise.  You will find this format easy to navigate and more pleasing to read.
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- If you are a Bluebeam Revu user, please see [[media:Creating Digital IDs in Bluebeam Revu(2019).pdf|Creating Digital IDs in Bluebeam Revu]] to set up your digital signature ID.
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8/27/08: [[132.4 Highway Safety Plan and Performance Plan|132.4 Highway Safety Plan and Performance Plan]] describes how Missouri’s Section 402 State and Community Highway Safety Program grant will be used to promote highway safety.
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The following documents may be signed with the digital signatures methods above:
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:::*Design Exceptions
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:::*Expense Reports
  
'''2008 Roadway Visibility Direction'''
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If you are not sure if a document can be digitally signed, please reach out to your Assistant District/Division Engineers for guidance.
  
8/20/08: The provisions of the 2008 Roadway Visibility Direction have been fully incorporated into 620 Pavement Marking in [[620.1 General (MUTCD Chapter 3A)]] and [[620.2 Pavement and Curb Markings (MUTCD Chapter 3B)]].
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This information will be updated as needed. Please check back often.
  
'''Contract Plans Addendum Process'''
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'''Other helpful documents and tips:'''
 
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:::*[[media:Digital Signatures for Design Documents.pdf|Digital Signatures for Design Documents]] - this does not work with most Adobe Reader versions (contributed by Christopher Kelly, TPM in SL District).
8/20/08: New guidance, [[237.9 Submission of Plans and Supporting Documents#237.9.6 Electronic Plans PS&E Submittal Guidelines|237.9.6 Electronic Plans PS&E Submittal Guidelines]] and [[103.1 Bid Opening and Award Process#103.1.6.6.1 Identification of Revisions in Addendums|103.1.6.6.1 Identification of Revisions in Addendums]], for districts on how to show changes within an addendum to eliminate confusion when the contractors receive revised plans.
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:::*See E-Construction general provision in the most recent version of the [http://www.modot.org/media/26947 General Provisions and Supplemental Specifications] for additional digital signature information (suggested by Christopher Crocker, TPD in SE District).
 
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:::*[[media:Digitally Signing Preliminary Plans in ProjectWise.pdf|Digitally Signing Preliminary Plans in ProjectWise]] - this does not work with all versions of Adobe Acrobat Pro/DC (contributed by Don Saiko, TPM/Stacy Reese, ADE in SW District).
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8/20/08: In [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations#616.23.2.5.7 Pavement Markings|616.23.2.5.7 Pavement Markings]], the distance between NO CENTER STRIPE and FRESH OIL/LOOSE GRAVEL signs was increased to two miles to reduce costs while providing acceptable service.
 
 
 
'''[[616.14 Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy#616.14.8 Significant Projects|616.14.8 Significant Projects]] Definition'''
 
 
 
8/20/08: The definition of a significant project was amended to reduce the burden on district staff by eliminating the TMP requirement on projects with minor impacts to traffic.
 
 
 
'''[[643.4 Railroads#643.4.1.7 Railroad Crossing Median Islands|Railroad Crossing Median Islands]]'''
 
 
 
8/11/08: This new section provides guidance for the use of median islands in conjunction with automated warning signals and gates at railroad crossings on low speed two lane roadways.  These islands are required for the establishment of "Quiet Zones". 
 
 
 
'''[[106.21 Inspections Based on Non-MoDOT Specifications|Inspections Based on Non-MoDOT Specifications]]'''
 
 
 
8/8/08: This new article provides guidance for MoDOT inspectors using non-MoDOT specifications during inspections or while administering contracts.
 
 
 
'''[[616.3 Changeable Message Signs (CMS)|Changeable Message Signs (CMS)]]'''
 
 
 
7/30/08: Changeable Message Sign guidance was simplified so that guidance for non-temporary traffic control for CMSs along freeways and expressways now defers to [[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)#910.3.2 MoDOT DMS Policy|Dynamic Message Sign guidance]].
 
 
 
'''Right of Way Procedure'''
 
 
 
7/17/08: Revised procedure ([[236.13 Designing Right of Way Plans#236.13.1.13 Plan Submittal and Filing|236.13.1.13 Designing Right of Way Plans]]) for the e-mail transmittal of Right of Way Plans to Design.
 
 
 
'''Aviation'''
 
 
 
7/3/08: [[:Category:122 Aviation|Aviation]] links to the programs and services provided by the aviation section of Multimodal Operations.
 
 
 
'''Processing Reclaimed Asphalt'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: Guidelines were added for [[:Category:405 Processing Reclaimed Asphalt|Hot In-Place Recycling]], which is becoming a viable rehabilitation strategy.
 
 
 
'''Prime Coat'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: The thickness of pavement requiring a [[:Category:408 Prime Coat|prime coat]] has been reduced to less than 3-3/4 inches.
 
 
 
'''[[616.18 Construction Inspection Guidelines for Sec 616#Deficiencies in Traffic Control Measures (For Sec 616.4.2.5)|Deficiencies in Traffic Control Measures]]'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: Work Zone deficiency guidelines were amended to address concerns from the contracting community.
 
 
 
'''Truck- and Trailer-Mounted Attenuators'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: Trailer-mounted attenuator information has been added to [[:Category:612 Impact Attenuators|612 Impact Attenuators]].
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:133 Snow and Ice Control#Winter Operations Communication Plan|Winter Operations Communications Plan]]'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: This new guidance in [[:Category:133 Snow and Ice Control|133 Snow and Ice Control]] facilitates communication between districts and between Central Office and districts.
 
 
 
'''Pollution, Erosion and Sediment Control'''
 
 
 
6/18/08: Typical [[:Category:806 Pollution, Erosion and Sediment Control#Ditch Checks|ditch check]] height was added to allow a good estimate of number of ditch checks required.
 
 
 
'''ITS Architecture'''
 
 
 
6/12/08:  New article, [[910.4 ITS Achitecture|910.4 ITS Achitecture]], coordinates future Intelligent Transportation Systems planning, deployment and operations activities.
 
 
 
'''Guard Cable'''
 
 
 
6/06/08:  Updated article, [[606.2 Guard Cable]], now reflects latest policy resulting from recent comprehensive study of MoDOT's guard cable program.
 
 
 
'''Traffic Control for Field Operations (TCFO)'''
 
 
 
5/15/08:  Updated article, [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations]], now contains the entire, revised contents of the former manual.
 
 
 
'''Better Roads, Brighter Future'''
 
 
 
4/25/08:  New article, [[:Category:Better Roads, Brighter Future|Better Roads, Brighter Future]] project development guidance formerly on Design intranet.
 
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Revision as of 08:59, 9 April 2020

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Main Page Mission.jpg
Main Page Welcome.jpg
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.
MoDOT's MASH
Implementation
Information
Useful information on how to search for info in the EPG: Searching the Engineering Policy Guide
Want help on how to update your EPG guidance?  It is available at EPG Approval Process.
The Electronic MoDOT Spec Book for Mobile Devices is now available. You may also sign up for E-Update notices. To receive notices regarding Engineering Policy Revisions, select "Engineering Policy" then mark the appropriate subjects of interest.
RECENT POLICY CHANGES
IN THE EPG
Information for Digitally Signing Documents

There are several documents (internal and external) that can be signed with digital signatures through PDF editing software. ONLY PDF DOCUMENTS CAN BE DIGITIALLY SIGNED. First you must set up your digital signature ID:

- If you are an Adobe Pro/Reader user, please see the Quick Reference Guide (QRG) Digital signature for Adobe Reader DC or Pro DC to set up your digital signature ID. If you are not including an image of your signature, you can skip Section 1 regarding capturing your signature image; go to Section 2 to set up your Adobe digital signature ID. Unless you work in Construction and Materials, skip Section 3 as well. Page 7 of these instructions will also look a little different due to software updates. The Sign Document window will most likely be Sign With a Digital ID; click on Continue. If you are including an image of your signature you will have to click on Create and follow the steps (also follow the directions in Section 1 for capturing your signature image). Otherwise you will enter your password and click on Sign.

- If you are a Bluebeam Revu user, please see Creating Digital IDs in Bluebeam Revu to set up your digital signature ID.

The following documents may be signed with the digital signatures methods above:

  • Professional Services Committee (PSC) Letters/Approvals
  • Design Exceptions
  • Letters to external partners
  • Expense Reports

If you are not sure if a document can be digitally signed, please reach out to your Assistant District/Division Engineers for guidance.

This information will be updated as needed. Please check back often.

Other helpful documents and tips: