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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. Innovative concepts, such as [http://www.modot.mo.gov/business/PracticalDesign.htm 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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|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 software.  ONLY PDF DOCUMENTS CAN BE DIGITIALLY SIGNEDFirst you must set up your digital signature ID:
  
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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- 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 delivering the EPG.  Millions of 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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- 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.
|valign="top" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="5" style="border: 1px solid #FFA500; background:#ffdead"|'''TM 53 de-activated'''
 
  
8/3/09: [[106.7.53 TM-53, Determination of Moisture Content of Bituminous Mixtures| TM-53, Determination of Moisture Content of Bituminous Mixtures]] was replaced with AASHTO T 329. 
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The following documents may be signed with the digital signatures methods above:
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'''Payment Documentation Policy'''
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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.
  
7/31/09: The former EPG 109.1 Payment Documentation article has been updated and consolidated with the former EPG 109 Measurement and Payment article to become the new [[:Category:109 Payment Documentation Policy|EPG 109 Payment Documentation Policy]].
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This information will be updated as needed. Please check back often.
  
'''[[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)|Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)]]'''
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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).
7/28/09: The SWPPP article info moved to its new location: [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)|EPG 806.8]].  Also, when to [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.4 Temporary Erosion and Sediment Control (MO Specifications Division 800)|perform post-runoff inspections]] was clarified, [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.4.2.3 Ditch Checks|ditch checks added]] and new [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.4.2.7 Inlet Controls|inlet control]], [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.4.2.8 Erosion Stabilization Mats and Blankets|erosion stabilization mats and blankets]] and [[806.8 Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plan (SWPPP)#806.8.4.2.12 Compost Filter Berms|compost filter berms]] guidance was added.
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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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7/22/09: A new article is available to provide guidance for transverse rumble strips.
 
 
 
'''238.2 Land Surveying'''
 
 
 
7/22/09: New guidance is available for [[238.2 Land Surveying#238.2.14.1 Monumenting Landowner's Property Lines When Requested|monumenting landowner's property lines]] and [[238.2 Land Surveying#238.2.18.6 Recording the Location Survey Plan|recording the Location Survey Plan]].  [[238.2 Land Surveying#238.2.17 Professional Land Surveyor Review|Professional Land Surveyor Review]] guidance has also replaced old District Responsibility guidance.  The Professional Land Surveyor Description Review Form and the Plat Review Checklist are now available.
 
 
 
[[:Category:137 Construction Inspection Guidance for Records to be Maintained#137.9.3 Payment Estimates|'''137.9.3 Payment Estimates''']]
 
 
 
7/16/09: New payment guidance for the Resident Engineer's diary has been added.
 
 
 
[[910.3 Dynamic Message Signs (DMS)#910.3.2.3 Message Priorities|'''DMS Message Priorities''']]
 
 
 
7/14/09: Traffic has added DMS Message Request Guidelines to item no. 9.
 
 
 
[[236.5 Property Management|'''236.5 Property Management''']]
 
 
 
6/29/09:  This article has been totally rewritten. Please review this new information.
 
 
 
'''Flags and Advance Warning Rail System (AWRS)'''
 
 
 
6/17/09:  The guidance for flags and Advance Warning Rail System (AWRS) has been clarified in [[616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications#616.2.9 Flags and Advance Warning Rail System|616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications]] and [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations]].  [[media:616 Sign and Device Legend, june 17 09.pdf|Fig. 616]] was updated to show the correct flag applications.
 
 
 
[[:Category:409 Seal Coat|'''Seal Coats''']]
 
 
 
6/16/09: Revised to reflect Standard Specification 409 revisions that require chip seals to have a dark appearance. Also Grade C aggregate quality is to be used for all shoulder applications.
 
 
 
[[750.7 Non-Hydraulic Considerations#750.7.5 End Treatment|'''Culvert End Treatment''']]
 
 
 
6/15/09: The minimum size requirement for Safety Slope End Sections has been increased, allowing increased use of Flared End Sections and Beveled End Treatment.
 
 
 
'''Stay-In-Place Forms'''
 
 
 
6/15/09: Note B.32 in bridge [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes|Standard Detailing Notes]] was clarified to allow welding of stay-in-place forms by non-certified welders.
 
 
 
'''Guidance for ARRA Project Contract Plans'''
 
 
 
5/18/09:  [[:Category:237 Contract Plans#Guidance for ARRA Projects|Guidance for ARRA Projects]] has been provided.
 
 
 
'''New Guidance for Consultants' Electronic Format Plans'''
 
 
 
5/15/09:  New details to help consultants deliver plans in an electronic format are presented primarily at [[237.9 Submission of Plans and Supporting Documents#237.9.6.8 Consultant Designed Projects|237.9.6.8 Consultant Designed Projects]], but also at [[237.9 Submission of Plans and Supporting Documents#237.9.1 Final Design Plans Submittal|237.9.1 Final Design Plans Submittal]].
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:754 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP)|754 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP)]]'''
 
 
 
5/13/009:  The Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP) policies are now presented in EPG 754.  Only the location of the BEAP policies has changed, not the policies themselves.
 
 
 
'''Value Engineering Proposals'''
 
 
 
5/6/09:  A newly revised process for consideration of Value Engineering Proposals, including Value Engineering Change Proposals (VECP) and Practical Design Value Engineering Change Proposals (PDVECP) is now available.  Detailed information is located in [[104.13 Construction Inspection Guidance for Sec 104|104.13 Construction Inspection Guidance for Sec 104]] and [[:Category:130 Value Engineering#130.2 Contractor initiated VECP’s|130 Value Engineering]].
 
 
 
'''[[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations#616.23.3.28 TA-28 Lane Closure on Alternate Passing Lanes|TA-28 Lane Closure on Alternate Passing Lanes]]'''
 
 
 
5/5/09: The new TA-28 for Alternate Passing Lanes is similar to 616.23.3.27 (TA-27) Lane Closure Using Two-Way Left Turn Lane on Undivided Highways, but is used on high speed application instead of a turning lane
 
 
 
'''[[616.16 Law Enforcement Services#616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services|616.16.1 Guidelines for Providing Law Enforcement Services]]'''
 
 
 
5/5/09:  Guidance has been provided to better estimate law enforcement costs in the STIP as well as timelines for securing law enforcement services.
 
 
 
'''Flags and Advance Warning Rail System (AWRS)'''
 
 
 
5/1/09:  New guidance for flags and Advance Warning Rail System (AWRS) has been added to [[616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications#616.2.9 Flags and Advance Warning Rail System|616.2 Work Zone Signing and Applications]] and [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations]].  [[media:616 Sign and Device Legend, may 11 09.pdf|Fig. 616]] was updated to show flags.
 
 
 
'''Traffic Noise Policy'''
 
 
 
4/29/09:  The prominence of guidance for the abatement of traffic noise impacts (i.e. sound walls) has been enhanced.  This material is now located in [[127.13 Noise#127.13.4 Traffic Noise Policy|127.13.4 Traffic Noise Policy]].
 

Revision as of 08:59, 9 April 2020

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Main Page Mission.jpg
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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.
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: