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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>
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 40 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 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 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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2/6/18: Guidance for a contractor to fill out Form C-220 was clarified in [[:Category:108 Prosecution and Progress#108.1.3 Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE) Subcontracting|EPG 108.1.3 Disadvantaged Business Enterprises Subcontracting]].
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:153 Agreements and Contracts#153.1.3.3 Agreements Written By Other Entities|EPG 153.1.3.3 Agreements Written By Other Entities]]'''
 
 
 
2/5/18: This new guidance addresses Agreements initiated by other entities that are not initiated in eAgreements. The agreement template is initiated by the other entity, executed by the Commission and then uploaded into eAgreements Record center.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:129 Public Involvement#129.12 Presentation for Location or Design Approval to the Commission|EPG 129.12 Presentation for Location or Design Approval to the Commission]]'''
 
 
 
2/2/18: Clarified the requirements for location and design approval, which is required even if an LPA is administering and paying for the improvement.
 
 
 
'''[[Other Aspects of Pavement Design#Minor Roads|EPG Other Aspects of Pavement Design, Minor Roads]]'''
 
 
 
2/2/18: Clarification about pavement thicknesses/types sometimes not included on typical sections.
 
 
 
'''[[616.6 Temporary Traffic Control Zone Devices (MUTCD 6F)#616.6.89 Radar Speed Advisory Assembly|EPG 616.6.89 Radar Speed Advisory Assembly]]'''
 
 
 
2/2/18: Expanded and updated guidance on the placement of the Radar Speed Advisory Assembly. Also slightly updated [[media:616.14 WZ Questions 2018.docx|Work Zone Questions for the Core Team]] in [[616.14 Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy|EPG 616.14 Work Zone Safety and Mobility Policy]].
 
 
 
'''Clear Zones for 1R and 2R Projects'''
 
 
 
2/1/18: In [[:Category:128 Conceptual Studies#128.2 Preventive Maintenance Projects (1R and 2R)|EPG 128.2 Preventive Maintenance Projects (1R and 2R)]] and [[231.2 Clear Zones#231.2.1 Introduction|EPG 231.2 Clear Zones]], the guidance regarding clear zones and roadside hardware for 1R and 2R projects was condensed and clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[131.1 Design Exception Process#131.1.4 The Design Exception Process|EPG 131.1.4 The Design Exception Process]]'''
 
 
 
1/26/18: Design Exceptions are to be stored electronically in eProjects after Central Office Design and/or Bridge divisions have reviewed and approved.  
 
 
 
'''[[106.3.2.87, No-Pick-Up Time for Tack Coats|EPG 106.3.2.87, No-Pick-Up Time for Tack Coats]]'''
 
 
 
1/18/18: This new TM is now available.
 
 
 
'''Asphalt Cement Price Index Adjustments'''
 
 
 
1/18/18: [[media:403 Guidance for Asphalt Cement Price Index Adjustments 2018.docx|"Guidance for Asphalt Cement Price Index Adjustments"]] has been updated to include info about contingent item work.  The document is located in various articles including [[:Category:402 Bituminous Surface Leveling#402.1.1 Plan Preparation|EPG 402.1.1 Plan Preparation]] and [[:Category:403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement|EPG 403 Asphaltic Concrete Pavement]].
 
 
 
'''Right of Way Acquisition Authority and Project Funding'''
 
 
 
1/17/18: To align with current CFR regulations, guidance in [[236.3 Administration#236.3.4.2 Limited Acquisition Authority and Project Funding|EPG 236.3.4.2 Limited Acquisition Authority and Project Funding]] and [[236.3 Administration#236.3.4.3 Acquisition Authority and Project Funding|EPG 236.3.4.3 Acquisition Authority and Project Funding]] updated what RW activities can be coded to the PE number prior to receiving FHWA's "A" date approval.
 
 
 
'''[[media:104.7 EngFac SFY 15 to 17.pdf|Engineering Factors Report]]'''
 
 
 
1/10/18: The latest version of the Engineering Factors Report, providing SFY 2015 to SFY 2017 info, is now presented in [[104.7 Estimates|EPG 104.7 Estimates]].
 
 
 
'''[[media:Fig 104.7 Dec 2017.doc|Fig. 104.7, Cost Estimate Guide for Rural Preliminary Design]]'''
 
 
 
12/18/17: A few bridge structure entries in this document have been revised.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:110 State and Federal Wage Rates and Other Requirements#To ensure compliance|EPG 110.1 Wage Rates]]'''
 
 
 
12/15/17: Guidance for QA measures to assure compliance with wage rate reviews was expanded.
 
 
 
'''[[751.5 Structural Detailing Guidelines#751.5.1.3 Grammar and Punctuation|EPG 751.5.1.3 Grammar and Punctuation]]'''
 
 
 
11/13/17: The [[751.5 Structural Detailing Guidelines#751.5.1.3.3 Capitalization|capitalization rules]] were updated and two additions were added to the [[751.5 Structural Detailing Guidelines#751.5.1.3.7 Nomenclature|nomenclature]].
 
 
 
'''Design Exception Process'''
 
 
 
11/6/17: In [[131.1 Design Exception Process#A copy of every fully approved|EPG 131.1.4]], was updated to show that CO Design does not need to file a copy of every approved design exception. These should simply be stored in eProjects.  Also, the formal submittal letter is no longer needed. Project context can be provided directly on the design exception form.
 
 
 
'''[[127.13 Noise#127.13.12 MoDOT Procedures for Assessment and Abatement of Highway Traffic and Construction Noise|EPG 127.13.12 MoDOT Procedures for Assessment and Abatement of Highway Traffic and Construction Noise]]
 
 
 
11/3/17: New EPG 127.13.12 provides guidance for developing a sound study and report. Other revisions to [[127.13 Noise|EPG 127.13 Noise]] clarify and expand definitions and the analysis of traffic noise impacts and mitigation.
 
 
 
'''Valley Section Locations'''
 
 
 
11/3/17: [[238.3 Route Surveying#238.3.36 Bridge Surveys|EPG 238.3.36 Bridge Surveys]] was updated to reflect changes in responsibility. In [[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.1 Bridge Survey Location Request|EPG 747.1 Bridge Survey Location Request]] and [[750.3 Bridges#750.3.1.1 Survey Locations|EPG 750.3.1.1 Survey Locations]], guidance for district submittal of request for valley section locations was expanded.
 
 
 
'''Discharging into a MSE Wall Backfill'''
 
 
 
11/3/17: In [[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.2.6.2 Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Wall Systems|EPG 747.2.6.2 Mechanically Stabilized Earth (MSE) Wall Systems]], [[751.1 Preliminary Design|EPG 751.1 Preliminary Design]], [[751.10 General Superstructure#751.10.3 Bridge Deck Drainage - Slab Drains |EPG 751.10.3 Bridge Deck Drainage - Slab Drains]] and [[751.24 LFD Retaining Walls#751.24.2.1 Design|EPG 751.24.2.1 Design]], guidance for bridge deck drain, approach drainage, roadway drainage or collected drain water discharging into a MSE wall backfill area was revised.
 
 
 
'''[[751.40 Widening and Repair (LFD and Not Updated)#751.40.1.2 Steel HP Pile Maintenance and Repair|EPG 751.40.1.2 Steel HP Pile Maintenance and Repair]]'''
 
 
 
11/3/17: New EPG 751.40.1.2 Steel HP Pile Maintenance and Repair presents guidelines to be used by Bridge maintenance or district maintenance to maintain or repair existing steel HP piles.   
 
 
 
'''Sealed Joint Design'''
 
 
 
10/27/17: Much of [[751.13 Expansion Devices|EPG 751.13 Expansion Devices]] was revised to reflect the improved design and details for both Preformed Compression and Strip Seal Expansion Joint Systems. New designs and details for Preformed Silicon or EPDM Seal Expansion Joint Systems were also issued. Numerous standard detail notes were revised or added in [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#H5c. Preformed Compression Seal (Notes for Bridge Standard Drawings)|EPG 751.50 H5c, H5d and H5e]].
 
 
 
'''Required Number of Strands '''
 
 
 
10/13/17: In [[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.1.1 Material Properties|EPG 751.22.1.1 Material Properties]] and [[751.23 P/S Concrete Double Tee#751.23.1.1 Material Properties|EPG 751.23.1.1 Material Properties]], guidance was expanded for reporting on the girder plans the required number of strands by design and the total initial prestress force.
 
 
 
'''[[236.5 Property Management#236.5.25.6 Security Assessment for Leased Areas Over or Under Highway Structures|EPG 236.5.25.6 Security Assessment for Leased Areas Over or Under Highway Structures]]'''
 
 
 
10/11/17: A table was added to clarify policies for storing items under bridges.
 
 
 
'''Licensing of Junkyard'''
 
 
 
10/11/17:  The junkyard expiration date was updated in [[236.17 Junkyards#236.17.4.2 Issuing a New License|EPG 236.17.4.2 Issuing a New License]] and [[236.17 Junkyards#236.17.5 Junkyard Renewal|EPG 236.17.5 Junkyard Renewal]] to match the statutes.
 
 
 
'''[[237.13 Contract Plan File Name Convention#237.13.2 Electronic Design Data|EPG 237.13.2 Electronic Design Data]]'''
 
 
 
10/10/17: The list of electronic design data files generated from GEOPAK for Roadway Contract Plans was updated.
 
 
 
'''End of Slab Guidance'''
 
  
9/29/17: In [[751.10 General Superstructure#751.10.1.10 Slab Offsets for Curved Bridges|EPG 751.10.1.10 Slab Offsets for Curved Bridges]] and [[751.10 General Superstructure#751.10.1.16 Plan of Slab Details|EPG 751.10.1.16 Plan of Slab Details]], guidance was clarified about how to show and identify the end of slab in a plan of slab detail when expansion joint systems are located at the end bentsIn [[751.6 General Quantities#751.6.2.10 Bridge Slabs|EPG 751.6.2.10 Bridge Slabs]] and
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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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