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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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|[[image:Main Page Dec 19, 2011.jpg|390px|center|thumb|<center>'''Even in the rain, the reliable Lake Ozark Cub Scout Pack 21 joined officials to celebrate the [http://www.modot.mo.gov/central/news_and_information/District5Release.shtml?action=displaySSI&newsId=138620 ribbon-cutting for the new Rte. 242]. The 4-lane, 2-mile hwy. connects U.S. 54 in Miller County to the Lake of the Ozarks Community Bridge on Rte MM in Camden County and the Horseshoe Bend Parkway.'''</center>]]
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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 SIGNED.  First you must set up your digital signature ID:
  
[[image:Main Page 2 Dec 8, 2011.jpg|390px|center|thumb|<center>'''Celebrants open the Scotland County Rte. Z bridge after it was closed 56 days for replacement.'''</center>]]
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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.
  
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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- 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.
  
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.  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 not sure if a document can be digitally signed, please reach out to your Assistant District/Division Engineers for guidance.
  
[[image:Main Page 3 Dec 8, 2011.jpg|390px|center|thumb|<center>'''Contractor crews work on tie-in connections linking the Grand Glaise Bridgeto the  new [http://www.modot.mo.gov/central/major_projects/camden.htm US 54 Expressway] in Camden County.  The expressway will not be complete until the end of 2011, although traffic has been using the new highway since mid-November.'''</center>]]
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This information will be updated as needed. Please check back often.
 
 
[[image:Main Page 4 Dec 8, 2011.jpg|390px|center|thumb|<center>'''Jesse Jonas, Resident Engineer, is interviewed by ''West Newsmagazine'' reporter Jim Erickson about the “smog-eating” concrete (containing a [http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Titanium_dioxide#Photocatalyst photocatalytic] additive of titanium oxide) layer on the new Rte. 141 in St. Louis County.  MoDOT is the first to use the additive on a road project in the U.S.'''</center>]]
 
 
 
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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).
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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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|'''20.''' [[:Category:800 ROADSIDE DEVELOPMENT|EPG 800]], 35353||'''10.''' [[:Category:400 FLEXIBLE PAVEMENT|EPG 400]], 62322
 
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|'''19.''' [[:Category:500 RIGID PAVEMENT|EPG 500]], 36192||'''9.''' [[:Category:616 Temporary Traffic Control|EPG 616]], 70945
 
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|'''18.''' [[903.5 Regulatory Signs|EPG 903.5]], 43798||'''8.''' [[616.23 Traffic Control for Field Operations|EPG 616.23]], 74729
 
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|'''17.''' [[:Category:1000 MATERIALS|EPG 1000]], 46653||'''7.''' [[:Category:200 GEOMETRICS|EPG 200]], 92025
 
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|'''16.''' [[751.5 Standard Details|EPG 751.5]], 47043||'''6.''' [[:Category:600 INCIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION|EPG 600]], 110427
 
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|'''15.''' [[903.6 Warning Signs|EPG 903.6]], 48468||'''5.''' [[:Category:100 GENERAL|EPG 100]], 125280
 
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|'''14.''' [[620.2 Pavement and Curb Markings (MUTCD Chapter 3B)|EPG 620.2]], 48601||'''4.''' [[:Category:751 LRFD Bridge Design Guidelines|EPG 751]], 137782
 
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|'''13.''' [[751.13 Expansion Devices|EPG 751.13]], 54181||'''3.''' [[:Category:700 STRUCTURES AND HYDRAULICS|EPG 700]], 138792
 
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|'''12.''' [[:Category:903 Highway Signing|EPG 903]], 55850||'''2.''' [[:Category:900 TRAFFIC CONTROL|EPG 900]], 148869
 
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|'''11.''' [[751.40 Widening and Repair|EPG 751.40]], 56921||'''1.''' EPG Main Page, 582530
 
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'''Two New QRGs'''
 
 
12/22/11: Two new QRGs, Sampling Checklist and PAL Plant Inspection and Record, were added to [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:101_Standard_Forms#Quick_Reference_Guides_.28QRGs.29 EPG 101].
 
 
'''Consideration of Blast Loading'''
 
 
12/13/11: To coincide with the release of ''AASHTO Guildelines on Blast Loading'', Bridge has provided additional guidance to consider blast loading as another load in both [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.2.33_Blast_Loading_Considerations EPG 751.1.2.33] and [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.2_Loads#751.2.2.5_Blast_Loading EPG 751.2.2.5].
 
 
'''[[media:144.1 nw dec 2011.pdf|Northwest District Continuous Operations Routes]]'''
 
 
12/6/11: The continuous operations routes in the NW District have been updated in [[133.4 Snow and Ice Control Operations#Continuous Operations Route Paved Shoulders:|EPG 133.4.1]] and [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:144_Practical_Operations#144.1_Winter_Operations_Changes EPG 144.1].
 
 
'''Billboard Clause'''
 
 
12/5/11: Guidance about the Billboard Clause was removed from [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=236.5_Property_Management#236.5.21_The_Conveyance_Document EPG 236.5.21 The Conveyance Document].
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.50_Standard_Detailing_Notes#A5._Miscellaneous EPG 751.50 A5 Miscellaneous Std Detailing Notes]'''
 
 
12/5/11: General Note A5.5's definition is already included in the standard specifications and was removed to free additional space on our plans.
 
 
'''[[751.40 Widening and Repair#751.40.4.3 Replacement of Existing Curb with Thrie Beam Rail|EPG 751.40.4.3 Replacement of Existing Curb with Thrie Beam Rail]]'''
 
 
12/2/11: Numerous minor revisions bring EPG guidance into compliance with the standard plans for thrie beam in both EPG 751.40.4.3 and [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#H9. Thrie Beam and Other Rail Types|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]].
 
 
'''Steel Superstructure Details'''
 
 
11/23/11:  Guidance in [[751.14 Steel Superstructure#751.14.5 Details|EPG 751.14.5 Details]] was revised for greater consistency.  [[751.14 Steel Superstructure#751.14.5.10 Weld Design and Detail Guidance|EPG 751.14.5.10]] was added to illustrate consistency in application.
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=941.19_Sight_Distance_for_Entrances#Effect_of_Grades_on_Stopping_Sight_Distance Effect of Grades on Stopping Sight Distance (SSD)]'''
 
 
11/22/11: Traffic and Highway Safety Division has added a [[media:941.19 Effect of Grade on SSD.xlsx|spreadsheet]] to calculate SSD for additional grades.
 
 
'''[[:Category:774 Cathodic Protection|EPG 774 Cathodic Protection]]'''
 
 
11/22/11: Outdated information in several portions of this article were updated.  Three forms were also revised to increase clarity.
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:137_Construction_Inspection_Guidance_for_Records_to_be_Maintained#137.1_Location EPG 137 Construction Inspection Guidance for Records to be Maintained]
 
 
11/14/11: District, office, naming convention and archiving option information for construction inspection records was updated.
 
 
'''[[751.13 Expansion Devices#751.13.2 Silicone Expansion Joint Sealant|EPG 751.13.2 Silicone Expansion Joint Sealant]]'''
 
 
11/8/11: Silicone expansion joint sealant systems shall not be used for normal contract new or rehabilitation jobs.
 
 
'''[[:Category:409 Seal Coat#Seal coats/chip seals|Contract Seal Coat JSP]]'''
 
 
11/7/11: In EPG 409 Seal Coat, the JSP has been updated.
 
 
'''Minimum Support Length'''
 
 
11/3/11: Guidance has been expanded about the impact of minimum support length on some dimensions in  [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.34_Concrete_Pile_Cap_Non-Integral_End_Bents#751.34.3.2_Wide_Flange_Beams.2C_Plate_Girders_and_Prestressed_Girders EPG 751.34.3.2].
 
 
'''Continuous Operations Routes Maps Updated'''
 
 
11/1/11: [[133.4 Snow and Ice Control Operations#Continuous Operations Route Paved Shoulders:|EPG 133.4 Snow and Ice Control Operation]] and [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=Category:144_Practical_Operations#144.1_Winter_Operations_Changes EPG 144 Practical Operations] now provide the latest maps for Continuous Operations Routes.
 
 
'''Fee Consultants' Duration on Approved Rosters'''
 
 
11/1/11:  Fee consultants' duration on approved rosters is 3 years after which a renewal application must be submitted to remain on the list.  Guidance has been added in [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=236.6_Appraisal_and_Appraisal_Review#236.6.5.3_Application_for_Employment_as_Contract_Appraiser EPG 236.6.5.3], [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=236.7_Negotiation#236.7.8.1_Application_for_Employment_as_Contract_Negotiator EPG 236.7.8.1], [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=236.11_Mediation#236.11.2.2_Application_for_Employment_as_Contract_Mediator EPG 236.11.2.2] and [[236.18 Local Public Agency Land Acquisition#B. Fee Appraisers Must Be On Roster Of Approved Contract Appraisers|EPG 236.18.6.1.2]].
 
 
'''Encased Pile Caps'''
 
 
10/26/11: Expanded guidance about [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.2.19_Substructure_Type encased pile cap bents and corrosion], [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=751.32_Concrete_Pile_Cap_Intermediate_Bents#751.32.3_Details concrete pile cap intermediate bent details] and [http://epg.modot.mo.gov/index.php?title=751.32_Concrete_Pile_Cap_Intermediate_Bents#751.32.4_Reinforcement concrete pile cap intermediate bent reinforcement] is now available.
 
 
'''[[media:104.7 Engineering Factors Report.pdf|Engineering Factors Report]]'''
 
 
10/25/11:  This new figure has been added to [[104.7 Estimates|EPG 104.7 Estimates]] by Transportation Planning as an aid to estimate costs.
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.37_Drilled_Shafts#751.37.1.6_General_Detail_Considerations General Detail Considerations for Drilled Shafts]'''
 
 
10/21/11:  Because concrete coring may still be required in special circumstances to inspect drilled shafts, general detail considerations have been added.    Related guidance is available at [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=751.1_Preliminary_Design#751.1.2.23_Drilled_Shafts EPG 751.1.2.23 Drilled Shafts].
 
 
'''[[:Category:409 Seal Coat#Seal coats/chip seals|Contract Seal Coat Guidelines]]'''
 
 
10/19/11: In EPG 409 Seal Coat, the Seal Coat Guidelines have been updated.
 
 
'''BEAP Consultant List'''
 
 
10/19/11: The BEAP Consultant List was updated in [[:Category:754 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP)|EPG 754 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program]].
 
 
'''[[ 136.6 Consultant Contracts#MoDOT’s External Civil Rights Division|EPG 136.6 Consultant Contracts]]'''
 
 
10/18/11: DBE goals are now required in all contracts, regardless of contract amount.
 
 
'''Updated Change Orders QRG'''
 
 
10/17/11: The Change Orders QRG was updated in both [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:101_Standard_Forms#Quick_Reference_Guides_.28QRGs.29 EPG 101] and [http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:109_Measurement_and_Payment#109.1_Measurement_of_Quantities_.28for_Sec_109.1.29 EPG 109].
 
 
'''[[:Category:409 Seal Coat#Seal coats/chip seals|Contract Seal Coat Guidelines, JSP and Templates]]'''
 
 
10/7/11: In EPG 409 Seal Coat,  the Seal Coat Guidelines, JSP and Contract Seal Coat Plan Templates have been updated.
 
 
'''[[751.24 LFD Retaining Walls|EPG 751.24 LFD Retaining Walls]]'''
 
 
9/30/11: Information from the Bridge Manual pdf. file has been uploaded into the article.
 
 
'''New [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(J1.25)|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Note J1.25]]'''
 
 
9/19/11: The allowable bearing pressure is typically included on the foundation investigation geotechnical report, but can often be missed including it on plans.  The allowable bearing pressure will now be required to be shown on all MSE wall plans.
 

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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: