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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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|'''19.'''  [[:Category:134 Engineering Professional Services|EPG 134]], 147643    ||'''9.'''  [[:Category:600 INCIDENTAL CONSTRUCTION|EPG 600]], 230981
 
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|'''17.'''    [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes|EPG 751.50]], 160102    ||'''7.''' [[:Category:100 GENERAL|EPG 100]], 282055
 
 
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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 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 roadwaysWhile 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.</b>
 
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11/10/16:  Guidance in [[127.9 Floodplain Management and the Regulatory Floodway|EPG 127.9 Floodplain Management and the Regulatory Floodway]], [[127.11 Farmland Conversion|EPG 127.11 Farmland Conversion]] and [[127.21 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Buyout Properties|EPG 127.21 Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Flood Buyout Properties]] was updated to reflect new processes and forms.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:101 Standard Forms#Land Disturbance Deficiency|New QRGs]]'''
 
 
 
11/9/16:  The Land Disturbance QRG was replaced with three new Land Disturbance QRGs.
 
 
 
'''[[236.6 Appraisal and Appraisal Review#236.6.2 Scope of Assignment|EPG 236.6.2 Scope of Assignment]]'''
 
 
 
11/9/16: Guidance was updated to reflect current practices. "Scope of Assignment for Simple Assignment or Experienced Staff and Fee" was removed.
 
 
 
'''[[106.16 Special Designs|EPG 106.16 Special Designs]]'''
 
 
 
11/8/16: Guidance for handling drawings from suppliers was expanded.
 
 
 
'''[[643.2 Local Utility Adjustments - Public and Private#643.2.16.1 Buy America Guidelines for Utilities|EPG 643.2.16.1 Buy America Guidelines for Utilities]]'''
 
 
 
11/1/16:  Guidance has reverted to the previous, more relaxed, FHWA interpretation of Buy America.
 
 
 
'''Title Datum and Allied Services'''
 
 
 
11/1/16: Guidance in [[236.4 Description Writing and Titles#236.4.4.5 Agreements Between Commission and Abstractor or Title Companies|EPG 236.4.4.5 Agreements Between Commission and Abstractor or Title Companies]] and [[236.4 Description Writing and Titles#236.4.4.7 Procedure for Obtaining Title Services|EPG 236.4.4.7 Procedure for Obtaining Title Services]] updated the agreements between Commission and abstractor or title companies to be current with business practices.
 
 
 
'''[[616.16 Law Enforcement Services|EPG 616.16 Law Enforcement Services]]'''
 
 
 
11/1/16: Guidance provided for incorporating law enforcement into contractor projects and maintenance operation work zones.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:153 Agreements and Contracts#153.1 The Agreement Process|EPG 153 Agreements and Contracts]]'''
 
 
 
10/26/16: Guidance has been updated due to implementation of eAgreements.
 
 
 
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(H3.29.1)|EPG 751.50, H3. Bearings]] and [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#Making End Bents Integral|I1.51]]'''
 
 
 
10/25/16: Notes H3.29.1, H3.49.1 and I1.51 were revised.
 
 
 
'''[[236.5 Property Management#236.5.21.5 Full Disclosure Clause|EPG 236.5.21.5 Full Disclosure Clause]]'''
 
 
 
9/29/16: The full disclosure clause was updated to reflect how MoDOT currently handles property conveyances.
 
 
 
'''[[751.5 Structural Detailing Guidelines#751.5.1.4 Contract Addendums and Construction Changes|EPG 751.5.1.4 Contract Addendums and Construction Changes]]'''
 
 
 
9/29/16: Guidance for change orders to bridge plans has been revised.
 
 
 
'''[[751.36 Driven Piles#751.36.2 Steel Pile|EPG 751.36.2 Steel Pile]]'''
 
 
 
9/28/16: The cast in place pipe pile wall thicknesses commonly available were clarified.
 
 
 
'''Value Engineering'''
 
 
 
9/23/16:  [[:Category:130 Value Engineering#130.1 Discussion|EPG 130.1 Discussion]] was updated to reflect the tracker identified goal. A new [http://sharepoint/sites/de/Innovations/_layouts/WordViewer.aspx?id=/sites/de/Innovations/Lead/CD/Practical_Value_Analysis.docx&Source=http%3A%2F%2Fsharepoint%2Fsites%2Fde%2FInnovations%2FLead%2FForms%2FAllItems%2Easpx%3FRootFolder%3D%252Fsites%252Fde%252FInnovations%252FLead%252FCD%26FolderCTID%3D0x01200040529586DDA445459FBDE05CAAE182DA%26View%3D%7BFF3B22CF-E8F2-4A04-9F68-7C65ACD3E8DF%7D&DefaultItemOpen=1 workbook is available for a district-led Value Analysis].
 
 
 
'''Preliminary Design of a Bridge'''
 
 
 
9/23/16: [[751.1 Preliminary Design#751.1.1 Overview|EPG 751.1.1 Overview]] has been updated to reflect current practice.
 
 
 
'''[[751.10 General Superstructure#751.10.1.11 Slab Elevations|EPG 751.10.1.11 Slab Elevations]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/16: Guidance is now coordinated with MicroStation cells.
 
 
 
'''[[237.2 Title Sheet#237.2.8 Utility Information Note|EPG 237.2.8 Utility Information Note]]'''
 
 
 
9/23/16: The note required to be placed on the title sheet has been expanded.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:109 Measurement and Payment#109.1 Measurement of Quantities (for Sec 109.1)|EPG 109.1 Measurement of Quantities]]'''
 
 
 
9/22/16: Guidance about measuring quantities was clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[903.2 Extent of Signing#903.2.12 Quantity Computations|EPG 903.2.12 Quantity Computations]] and [[903.3 Post-Mounted Signing|EPG 903.3 Post-Mounted Signing]]'''
 
 
 
9/15/16:  Revisions have brought these articles' guidance into conformance with various recent standard plan and policy changes.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:110 State and Federal Wage Rates and Other Requirements#110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records (Guidance for Sec 110.3)|EPG 110.3 Prevailing Wages and Records]]'''
 
 
 
9/14/16: Guidance has been updated to comply with the e-Construction JSP. For instance, #6a now reminds payroll checkers to consider overtime rules and #7c clarifies how to handle subsistence withholdings made by contractors.
 
 
 
'''[[131.1 Design Exception Process#131.1.2 The 10 Controlling Criteria|EPG 131.1 Design Exception Process]]'''
 
 
 
9/6/16: Federal rules have reduced the controlling criteria to 10, reducing the instances in which federal approval is required on federal involvement projects. The expectations for documentation have also been updated.
 
 
 
'''[[907.1 Safety Program Guidelines|EPG 907.1 Safety Program Guidelines]]'''
 
 
 
8/26/16: New guidance for safety funds is now availableAlso, the article was generally restructured and clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[127.7 Threatened and Endangered Species (T&E)|EPG 127.7 Threatened and Endangered Species]]'''
 
 
 
8/25/16: This article was updated and clarified, including the addition of new info on [[127.7 Threatened and Endangered Species (T&E)#127.7.6 Migratory Birds|migratory birds]].
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:703 Concrete Masonry Construction#703.2.7 Machine Finishing|EPG 703.2.7 Machine Finishing]]'''
 
 
 
8/25/16: Guidance for the use of a vibratory screed was expanded and clarified.
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:401 Bituminous Base and Pavement#401.2.3 Job Mix Formula (Sec 401.4)|EPG 401.2.3 Job Mix Formula]] and [[460.3 Plant Inspection#460.3.13 Asphalt Binder Sampling|EPG 460.3.13 Asphalt Binder Sampling]]'''
 
 
 
8/24/16: In EPG 401.2.3, contractors are allowed flexibility in the field to make bin adjustments provided the specs are satisfied. In EPG 460.3.13 Asphalt Binder Sampling, the collection of a third pint can of binder as the retained sample is the appropriate procedure.  
 
 
 
'''[[:Category:401 Bituminous Base and Pavement#401.2.8 Quality Assurance (Sec 401.9)|EPG 401.2.8 Quality Assurance]]'''
 
  
8/24/16: Guidance was revised to reflect recent updates to Sec 401. Includes revisions to the TSR verbiage, plant setting adjustments by the contractor without prior approval, average core results for acceptance and the approach to Plasticity Index.
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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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