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Our mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that is</br>safe, innovative, reliable and dedicated to a prosperous Missouri.
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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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<b>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 [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/br Bridge], [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/cm Construction], [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design], [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/ts Highway Safety & Traffic], [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/mt Maintenance], [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/tp Planning] and [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/SitePages/Right-of-Way.aspx Right of Way] guidance.</b>
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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://sharepoint/sites/de/RealEstate/SitePages/Home.aspx Right of Way], [http://sharepoint/sites/de/Pages/default.aspx Design], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/br/pages/default.aspx Bridge], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/cm/Pages/default.aspx Construction], [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/tr/Pages/default.aspx Traffic] and [http://sharepoint/systemdelivery/mt/default.aspx Maintenance] manuals. 
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MediaWiki, the engine behind the Wikipedia on the World Wide Web, is the software delivering the EPG.  Over 30 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 encompassingThe 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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11/19/15: Proposed revisions to engineering policy are now submitted using the [http://sharepoint/sites/de/epg/Lists/EPGResponse/Item/newifs.aspx?List=8224cbb0%2D2570%2D419a%2Da4a0%2D4eb7416e97d3&RootFolder=&Web=c952a564%2D1467%2D40b5%2Da053%2D422131a2ca38 Engineering Policy Revision Request Form]. The proposals will be categorized by the Innovation Engineer based on several guidelines.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:1032 Precast Concrete Flared End Sections|EPG 1032 Precast Concrete Flared End Sections]]'''
 
 
 
11/17/15: Guidance has been updated to allow a concrete pipe manufacturer to use steel fibers in concrete flared end sections instead of standard reinforcing steel.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:134 Engineering Professional Services#MoDOT MOU Execution Process |MoDOT MOU Execution Process]]'''
 
 
 
11/6/15: DBE Goals will now be set by project managers or contract administrators on on-call contractsThis replaces the statewide programmatic goal of 13.5% and provides a level playing field for all on-call consultants in the utilization of DBEs.
 
 
 
'''[[236.17 Junkyards|EPG 236.17 Junkyards]]'''
 
 
 
11/4/15: This article has been generally clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies|EPG 127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies]]'''
 
 
 
10/28/15: Many links were updated along with numerous clarifications.
 
 
 
'''Alternative Location Proposals'''
 
 
 
10/27/15: In [[236.10 Right Of Way Condemnation#236.10.7.3 Alternative Location Proposals (RSMo 523.265)|EPG 236.10.7.3 Alternative Location Proposals]], [[:Category:235 Preliminary Plans#235.3.4 Right of way|EPG 235.3.4 Right of way]] as well as the [[media:236.10 Letter Advertising a Public Hearing.doc|Letter Advertising a Public Hearing]], guidance for alternative location proposals has been clarified to reflect current statewide practices.
 
 
 
'''[[127.25 Maintenance Environmental Policies#127.25.8.2 Lead Mining Chat|EPG 127.25.8.2 Lead Mining Chat]] and [[127.22 Off-Site Borrow, Spoil, and Staging Areas#The contractor is required to clear land disturbance|EPG 127.22 Off-Site Borrow, Spoil, and Staging Areas]]'''
 
 
 
10/23/15: New EPA regulation, applying to 4 counties in SW Missouri, facilitates environmental cleanup.
 
 
 
'''[[238.2 Land Surveying#238.2.18.6 Recording the Location Survey Plan|EPG 238.2.18.6 Recording the Location Survey Plan]]'''
 
 
 
10/22/15: The process to complete location survey plan was revised. A reminder mechanism was created to help avoid delays to recording the location survey plans.
 
 
 
'''[[236.4 Description Writing and Titles#Permanent Utility Easement Clause|EPG 236.4.6.3 Types of Realty Acquired and Clauses to be Used in Property Descriptions]]'''
 
 
 
10/16/15: Guidance for permanent utility easement clauses has been changed to allow the conveyance of utility easements to the utility prior to completion of the project.
 
 
 
'''Travel Safe Zones'''
 
 
 
10/15/15: In [[907.3 Travel Safe Zones#907.3.3 Procedure|EPG 907.3.3 Procedure]], the Travel Safe Zone procedure was clarified.
 
 
 
'''TM-54'''
 
 
 
10/15/15: In [[106.3.2.54 TM-54, Asphalt Cement Content of Bituminous Mixtures by the Nuclear Method#106.3.2.54.7 Field Testing|EPG 106.3.2.54.7 Field Testing]], guidance for the preparation of field test mixture samples was brought into conformance with AASHTO T287.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:760 General Construction Inspection for Structures#760.4.2 Notification Requirements|EPG 760.4.2 Notification Requirements]]'''
 
 
 
10/14/15: Guidance now reflects that information now collected is only what is currently needed by Motor Carriers and Bridge Divisions and clarifies when the info should be submittedAlso, the [[media:760.4.2 Bridge Clearance Report.docx|Bridge Clearance Report form]] was updated.
 
 
 
'''[[821.25 Products|EPG 821.25 Products]]'''
 
 
 
10/14/15: [[media:821.25 Milestone General Information 2015.docx|Milestone]] and [[media:821.25 Perspective General Information 2015.docx|Perspective]] information has been revised as a part of the national attention on Monarch butterflies and the general lack of pollinators. 
 
 
 
'''[[236.3 Administration#236.3.3 Right of Way Plan Review|EPG 236.3.3 Right of Way Plan Review]]'''
 
 
 
10/13/15: Guidance has been updated to eliminate the need to send a copy of the RW estimate when an A-date is requested. It also eliminates sending a copy of the approved RW plans with the requested A-date.
 
 
 
'''[[236.3 Administration#236.3.5.2 Expenditure Accounting|EPG 236.3.5.2 Expenditure Accounting]]'''
 
 
 
9/22/15: The requirements to process payments for temporary or permanent easements was clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[136.3 Federal Aid Basics#136.3.8.10 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP)|EPG 136.3.8.10 Bridge Engineering Assistance Program (BEAP)]]
 
 
 
9/22/15: Guidance has been updated to conform with new BEAP contract.
 
 
 
'''Mobilization Cost Estimates'''
 
 
 
9/18/15: Guidance has been added to [[:Category:618 Mobilization|EPG 618 Mobilization]] to help districts with project estimates.
 
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=Category:941_Permits_and_Access_Requests#941.5_Request_by_a_City_to_Construct_a_.E2.80.9CWELCOME_TO.E2.80.9D_Monument EPG 941.5 Request by a City to Construct a “WELCOME TO” Monument]'''
 
 
 
9/14/15: Guidance has been provided for the revised approval process for the "WELCOME TO" Monument.
 
 
 
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#H2b. Prestressed Panels (Notes for Bridge Standard Drawings)|Standard Detailing Notes on Bridge Standard Drawings for Prestressed Panels]]'''
 
 
 
9/10/15:  New references to prestressed truncated end deck panels have been added.   
 
 
 
'''[[617.1 Temporary Traffic Barriers#617.1.1 Temporary Concrete Traffic Barrier – Type F|EPG 617.1.1 Temporary Concrete Traffic Barrier – Type F]]'''
 
 
 
9/9/15: Guidance for Temporary Concrete Traffic Barrier Standard Drawings now reflects recent crash studies. Of particular note, the Midwest State's Regional Pooled Fund Research Program Report  TRP-03-113-03 (revised) recommends the design deflection limit for free standing (unpinned) temporary traffic barrier be set at 2 feet. This would reduce instances in which temporary traffic barrier would require pinning. 
 
 
 
'''[[606.1 Guardrail#606.1.3.2 Approved Crashworthy End Terminals|EPG 606.1.3.2 Approved Crashworthy End Terminals]]'''
 
 
 
9/9/15: Previously, a contractor would typically choose the cheapest end treatment from the approved list and provide that unit whether it was the best solution or not.  For that reason, end treatments are now further subdivided to more closely match the hardware to its intended use, performance, reusability and cost of repair.  
 
 
 
'''[http://epg.modot.org/index.php?title=106.3.2.59_TM-59%2C_Determination_of_the_International_Roughness_Index#106.3.2.59.3_Construction_Acceptance_Procedures Determination of the International Roughness Index]'''
 
 
 
9/9/15: Guidance now codifies the intent that no filters may be used to distort the true road profile measurement with an inertial profiler.
 
 
 
'''Airport Requirements'''
 
 
 
9/9/15: Guidance in [[:Category:235 Preliminary Plans#235.8 Airports|EPG 235.8 Airports]] now details the requirements for Obstruction Evaluation/Airport Airspace Analysis that ensure that FAA filing requirements are met when MoDOT operations impact FAA airspace. 
 
 
 
'''[[133.4 Snow and Ice Control Operations#Non-Continuous Operations Routes:|EPG 133.4 Snow and Ice Control Operations]]'''
 
 
 
9/8/15: Guidance for non-continuous operations routes and plowing was clarified. It has never been intended to meet objectives on the non-continuous treatment routes "as soon as possible". Rather, operations on these routes may be suspended overnight and at times when progress is not being made.
 
 
 
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]]'''
 
  
9/8/15: Clarified numerous notes and revised the Bridge Approach Slab Notes to match the recent release of new Bridge Approach Slab std. drawings.
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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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