Category:235 Preliminary Plans - Revision history

Hoskir: /* 235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan */ updated per RR3855

2024-03-26T17:07:08Z

235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan: updated per RR3855

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	The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.

	Prior to Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)], with a copy of the project plat/map/aerial by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]). The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] is a separate letter than the 60-day Notice of Intended Acquisition (Form 236.10.7.3A), which will be sent by the ROW Manager at A-date approval time.		Prior to Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)], with a copy of the project plat/map/aerial by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]). The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] is a separate letter than the 60-day Notice of Intended Acquisition (Form 236.10.7.3A), which will be sent by the ROW Manager at A-date approval time. Any deviation from this guidance will require approval from the Assistant to State Design Engineer – Right of Way.

	==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==		==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==

Hoskir: /* 235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan */ updated per RR3752

2023-08-15T16:33:54Z

235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan: updated per RR3752

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	The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.

	~~Following~~ Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] with a copy of the ~~preliminary plans~~ by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]).		Prior to Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)], with a copy of the project plat/map/aerial by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]). The [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] is a separate letter than the 60-day Notice of Intended Acquisition (Form 236.10.7.3A), which will be sent by the ROW Manager at A-date approval time.

	==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==		==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==

Hoskir: /* 235.3.13 Pavement Type Selection */ updated links to 3R and 4R reports

2023-06-21T17:39:08Z

235.3.13 Pavement Type Selection: updated links to 3R and 4R reports

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	===235.3.13 Pavement Type Selection===		===235.3.13 Pavement Type Selection===
	After the preliminary plan is completed, the district requests a pavement type selection (PTS) , from the Pavement Team in the Construction and Materials Division, for treatment of the mainline, shoulders and any other roadways associated with the project. The treatment may consist of any combination of new pavement, overlay and repairs. The district will submit the necessary information required by the Pavement Team, which, at a minimum, consists of Part I of the [https://epg.modot.org/forms/~~DE%202017%20Forms~~/~~DELiaison/3R%20CONCEPTUAL%20STUDY%20REPORT~~.~~dot~~ 3R Conceptual Study Report] consisting of resurfacing, restoration and rehabilitation (all possible work with the exception of reconstruction or new full-depth pavement), or Part I of the [https://epg.modot.org/forms/~~DE-DEForms~~/~~4R%20PAVEMENT%20REHABILITATION%20ANALYSIS%20DATA%20AND%20CONCEPTUAL%20STUDY%20REPORT~~.~~dot~~ 4R Conceptual Study Report] consisting of resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation <u>and</u> reconstruction. The designer is not required to send the complete 3R or 4R report to the Pavement Team, although the complete 3R or 4R conceptual study report must be submitted to the Design Division.		After the preliminary plan is completed, the district requests a pavement type selection (PTS) , from the Pavement Team in the Construction and Materials Division, for treatment of the mainline, shoulders and any other roadways associated with the project. The treatment may consist of any combination of new pavement, overlay and repairs. The district will submit the necessary information required by the Pavement Team, which, at a minimum, consists of Part I of the [https://epg.modot.org/forms/CM/3R_CONCEPTUAL_STUDY_REPORT.docx 3R Conceptual Study Report] consisting of resurfacing, restoration and rehabilitation (all possible work with the exception of reconstruction or new full-depth pavement), or Part I of the [https://epg.modot.org/forms/CM/4R_CONCEPTUAL_STUDY_REPORT.docx 4R Conceptual Study Report] consisting of resurfacing, restoration, rehabilitation <u>and</u> reconstruction. The designer is not required to send the complete 3R or 4R report to the Pavement Team, although the complete 3R or 4R conceptual study report must be submitted to the Design Division.

	PTS recommendations from the Pavement Team can include pavement and base layer thicknesses, asphalt mix types, shoulder types, non-structural maintenance treatments (such as UBAWS and microsurfacing), subgrade stabilization (if necessary), repair strategies and estimated quantities, etc.; that is, whatever is required to comply with the request.		PTS recommendations from the Pavement Team can include pavement and base layer thicknesses, asphalt mix types, shoulder types, non-structural maintenance treatments (such as UBAWS and microsurfacing), subgrade stabilization (if necessary), repair strategies and estimated quantities, etc.; that is, whatever is required to comply with the request.

Hoskir: /* 235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan */ fixed link to notice of Alt Loc and Design Letter

2023-06-06T13:35:58Z

235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan: fixed link to notice of Alt Loc and Design Letter

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	The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.

	Following Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org~~/public_html~~/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%~~20alternative~~%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] with a copy of the preliminary plans by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]).		Following Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20Alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] with a copy of the preliminary plans by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]).

	==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==		==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==

Hoskir: /* 235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan */ updated per RR3693

2023-06-05T17:45:24Z

235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan: updated per RR3693

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	The district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If [[131.1 Design Exception Process\|design exceptions]] are necessary, they must accompany the submittal of the preliminary plan to the District Engineer for review and approval.		The district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If [[131.1 Design Exception Process\|design exceptions]] are necessary, they must accompany the submittal of the preliminary plan to the District Engineer for review and approval.

	When [[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System\|projects that are designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix]] the draft preliminary plan must be reviewed by the FHWA prior to the District Engineer’s approval so that FHWA comments may be addressed. The district Project Manager submits the draft preliminary plan to FHWA for their review and comment. This submittal of the draft preliminary plan to FHWA may occur at the same time as the Project Core Team review of the preliminary plan. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the submittals.		When [[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System\|projects that are designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix]] the draft preliminary plan must be reviewed by the FHWA prior to the District Engineer’s approval so that FHWA comments may be addressed. The district Project Manager submits the draft preliminary plan to FHWA for their review and comment. This submittal of the draft preliminary plan to FHWA may occur at the same time as the Project Core Team review of the preliminary plan. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the submittals.

	For PODI projects where preliminary plans review is the selected activity, the letter of transmittal to FHWA and Design shall contain the following information:		For PODI projects where preliminary plans review is the selected activity, the letter of transmittal to FHWA and Design shall contain the following information:
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	The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.

			Following Preliminary Plan Approval, the District Project Manager will provide the owner of record of such property impacted by the project with a [https://epg.modot.org/public_html/forms/RW/Chapter%2010_Condemnation%20Procedures/Written%20Notice%20of%20alternative%20Location%20and%20Design.docx Written Notice of Alternative Location and Design Letter (Form 236.10.7.3B)] with a copy of the preliminary plans by certified mail to the owner of record, in addition to any other parties to which a written offer will be made. (see [[236.10_Right_Of_Way_Condemnation#236.10.7.3_Alternative_Location_Proposals_.28RSMo_523.265.29\|EPG 236.10.7.3]]).

	==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==		==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==

Hoskir: /* 235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan */ update per revision request 3586

2022-11-10T17:27:27Z

235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan: update per revision request 3586

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	==235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan==		==235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan==

	The preliminary plan ~~for~~ [[~~:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123~~.1~~.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System~~\|~~projects designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix~~]] must ~~be approved by~~ the ~~FHWA. The district submits~~ the preliminary plan to ~~[https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design]~~ for review and approval ~~and once obtained Design submits the preliminary plan to the FHWA for approval. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the transmittal letters~~.		The district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If [[131.1 Design Exception Process\|design exceptions]] are necessary, they must accompany the submittal of the preliminary plan to the District Engineer for review and approval.

	~~For all other projects, the district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If~~ [[~~131~~.1 ~~Design Exception Process~~\|~~design exceptions~~]] ~~(signed~~ by the district ~~engineer) are necessary, they must accompany~~ the submittal of the ~~approved~~ preliminary plan to ~~Design~~.		When [[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System\|projects that are designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix]] the draft preliminary plan must be reviewed by the FHWA prior to the District Engineer’s approval so that FHWA comments may be addressed. The district Project Manager submits the draft preliminary plan to FHWA for their review and comment. This submittal of the draft preliminary plan to FHWA may occur at the same time as the Project Core Team review of the preliminary plan. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the submittals.

	~~The NEPA process must conclude, resulting in FHWA approval of a CE, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), or a Record of Decision (ROD), prior to approval of the~~ preliminary ~~plan for any project. The process to obtain this approval~~ is described in [[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents\|EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification Documents]]. Final design cannot begin until this step is complete.		For PODI projects where preliminary plans review is the selected activity, the letter of transmittal to FHWA and Design shall contain the following information:
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	~~The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone~~, ~~or at least at~~ the ~~Location/Conceptual state~~ and ~~final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of~~ the ~~RES at this stage will enable earlier initiation of cultural resource compliance procedures and possibly prevent future project delays.~~

	The ~~letter~~ of ~~transmittal shall contain~~ the ~~following information:~~		:* Passing sight distance controls and data.
			:* Existing pavement type together with thicknesses of surfacing and base at the connecting ends of the project.
			:* Brief statements on [[127.22 Off-Site Borrow, Spoil, and Staging Areas\|borrow or excess material requirements]].
			:* Utility concerns.
			:* The results of traffic capacity studies.
			:* TSMO Evaluation and Analysis.
			:* Ideas for traffic control.
			:* Any information necessary to explain items not self-explanatory on the preliminary plan itself.

	~~:*Passing sight distance controls~~ and ~~data~~.		The NEPA process must conclude, resulting in FHWA approval of a CE, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), or a Record of Decision (ROD), prior to final design activities. The process to obtain this approval is described in [[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents\|EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification Documents]].

	~~:*Existing pavement type together with thicknesses of surfacing and base~~ at the ~~connecting ends of the project.~~		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at the preliminary plans stage is the most valuable submittal for environmental and historic preservation staff to complete surveys, fieldwork, and permits, and possibly prevent future project delays.

	~~:*Brief statements on~~ [[127.~~22 Off-Site Borrow, Spoil, and Staging Areas~~\|~~borrow or excess material requirements~~]].

	~~:*Utility concerns.~~

	~~:*The results~~ of ~~traffic capacity studies.~~

	~~:*TSMO Evaluation~~ and ~~Analysis~~

	~~:*Ideas for traffic control.~~

	~~:*Any information necessary~~ to ~~explain items not self-explanatory on the preliminary plan itself~~.

	==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==		==235.7 Distribution of Preliminary Plans==

Hoskir: /* 235.2 Procedure */ updated per revision request 3586

2022-11-10T17:10:09Z

235.2 Procedure: updated per revision request 3586

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	==235.2 Procedure==		==235.2 Procedure==

	The district prepares preliminary plans. The preliminary plan is prepared once horizontal and vertical alignment and tentative right of way limits have been established. Where the horizontal alignment is to tie into existing roadways or alignments, the tie location is to be based on field survey measures and verifications. The district will obtain property ownership information to show on the preliminary plan as early as possible during its preparation. The soil survey is started as soon as possible so as not to delay the completion of the preliminary plan. This is done with a minimum of field survey staking until the preliminary plan has been completed. Basic design criteria and major geometric details shown on the preliminary plan are not changed during the development of detail plans without consultation with [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design]. Completion of the preliminary plan allows the district to proceed with a public hearing.		The district prepares preliminary plans. The preliminary plan is prepared once horizontal and vertical alignment and tentative right of way limits have been established. Where the horizontal alignment is to tie into existing roadways or alignments, the tie location is to be based on field survey measures and verifications. The district will obtain property ownership information to show on the preliminary plan as early as possible during its preparation. The soil survey is started as soon as possible so as not to delay the completion of the preliminary plan. This is done with a minimum of field survey staking until the preliminary plan has been completed. Basic design criteria and major geometric details shown on the preliminary plan are not changed during the development of detail plans without consultation with [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design]. Completion of the preliminary plan allows the district to proceed with a public hearing or meeting, see [[:Category:129 Public Involvement\|EPG 129]] for requirements. Any plans presented to the public shall show “tentative” right-of-way lines until NEPA approval.

	A preliminary plan showing topographic features, including major overhead and underground utilities, basic design criteria, proposed horizontal and vertical alignment, proposed geometric details including interchanges, intersections, bypasses, geological features that have a significant effect on location or design, major drainage features, traffic data and proposed typical sections is prepared. For both [[238.3 Route Surveying\|conventional route]] and [[238.1 Photogrammetric Surveying\|photogrammetric]] surveys the survey centerline and profile is shown on the preliminary plans. The centerline is not precisely computed or staked in the field until after approval of the preliminary plan.		A preliminary plan showing topographic features, including major overhead and underground utilities, basic design criteria, proposed horizontal and vertical alignment, proposed geometric details including interchanges, intersections, bypasses, geological features that have a significant effect on location or design, major drainage features, traffic data and proposed typical sections is prepared. For both [[238.3 Route Surveying\|conventional route]] and [[238.1 Photogrammetric Surveying\|photogrammetric]] surveys the survey centerline and profile is shown on the preliminary plans. The centerline is not precisely computed or staked in the field until after approval of the preliminary plan.

Hoskir: /* 235.1 Purpose */ updated per revision request 3586

2022-11-10T17:05:47Z

235.1 Purpose: updated per revision request 3586

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	The preliminary plan is a design tool and is prepared to develop and convey basic design criteria, basic geometric details and recommendations on which the detail plans are to be developed.		The preliminary plan is a design tool and is prepared to develop and convey basic design criteria, basic geometric details and recommendations on which the detail plans are to be developed.

			Preliminary design defines the general project location and design concepts. It includes, but is not limited to, preliminary engineering and other activities and analyses, including but not limited to:

			:* Environmental assessments
			:* Topographic surveys
			:* Metes and bounds surveys
			:* Geotechnical investigations
			:* Hydrologic analysis
			:* Hydraulic analysis
			:* Utility engineering
			:* Traffic studies
			:* Financial plans
			:* Revenue estimates
			:* Hazardous materials assessments
			:* Tentative right of way lines
			:* General estimates of the types and quantities of materials, and other work needed to establish parameters for the final design

			Final design means any design activities following preliminary design (e.g. preparing quantities, special sheets, ''job special provisions'', final right-of-way plans) and expressly includes the preparation of final right-of-way and construction plans and detailed specifications for the performance of construction work.

	==235.2 Procedure==		==235.2 Procedure==

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	==235.2 Procedure==		==235.2 Procedure==

	The district prepares preliminary plans. The preliminary plan is prepared once horizontal and vertical alignment and tentative right of way limits have been established. Where the horizontal alignment is to tie into existing roadways or alignments, the tie location is to be based on field survey measures and verifications. The district will obtain property ownership information to show on the preliminary plan as early as possible during its preparation. The soil survey is started as soon as possible so as not to delay the completion of the preliminary plan. This is done with a minimum of field survey staking until the preliminary plan has been completed. Basic design criteria and major geometric details shown on the preliminary plan are not changed during the development of detail plans without consultation with [~~http~~://~~wwwi~~/~~design~~/~~default.htm~~ Design]. Completion of the preliminary plan allows the district to proceed with a public hearing.		The district prepares preliminary plans. The preliminary plan is prepared once horizontal and vertical alignment and tentative right of way limits have been established. Where the horizontal alignment is to tie into existing roadways or alignments, the tie location is to be based on field survey measures and verifications. The district will obtain property ownership information to show on the preliminary plan as early as possible during its preparation. The soil survey is started as soon as possible so as not to delay the completion of the preliminary plan. This is done with a minimum of field survey staking until the preliminary plan has been completed. Basic design criteria and major geometric details shown on the preliminary plan are not changed during the development of detail plans without consultation with [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design]. Completion of the preliminary plan allows the district to proceed with a public hearing.

	A preliminary plan showing topographic features, including major overhead and underground utilities, basic design criteria, proposed horizontal and vertical alignment, proposed geometric details including interchanges, intersections, bypasses, geological features that have a significant effect on location or design, major drainage features, traffic data and proposed typical sections is prepared. For both [[238.3 Route Surveying\|conventional route]] and [[238.1 Photogrammetric Surveying\|photogrammetric]] surveys the survey centerline and profile is shown on the preliminary plans. The centerline is not precisely computed or staked in the field until after approval of the preliminary plan.		A preliminary plan showing topographic features, including major overhead and underground utilities, basic design criteria, proposed horizontal and vertical alignment, proposed geometric details including interchanges, intersections, bypasses, geological features that have a significant effect on location or design, major drainage features, traffic data and proposed typical sections is prepared. For both [[238.3 Route Surveying\|conventional route]] and [[238.1 Photogrammetric Surveying\|photogrammetric]] surveys the survey centerline and profile is shown on the preliminary plans. The centerline is not precisely computed or staked in the field until after approval of the preliminary plan.
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	===235.3.7 Grades===		===235.3.7 Grades===

	The tentative grade line is indicated on the profile section (see [[media:235 Sample Preliminary Plans.pdf\|example plans]]). Those topographic features and improvements that establish elevation controls are taken into consideration. The grade line should provide balanced earthwork insofar as it is practical to estimate a balanced grade line with the profile information and knowledge of the location. In general, no attempt is made at this time to precisely establish a balanced grade line. The typical section is used without modification for special ditches, cut classification, etc. The vertical P.I. stations and elevations, as well as the rates of grade, are indicated. The length of all vertical curves, stopping sight distance at crest, and the "K" value at sag vertical curves are included. Preferred grade and vertical alignment controls are discussed in [[230.2 Vertical Alignment\|EPG 230.2 Vertical Alignment]]. Passing sight distance controls and data are not noted or indicated on the preliminary plan. However, they are clearly stated in a letter of transmittal to the district engineer asking for approval of the preliminary plan and in the letter to [~~http~~://~~wwwi~~/~~design~~/~~default.htm~~ Design] which transmits the approved preliminary plan.		The tentative grade line is indicated on the profile section (see [[media:235 Sample Preliminary Plans.pdf\|example plans]]). Those topographic features and improvements that establish elevation controls are taken into consideration. The grade line should provide balanced earthwork insofar as it is practical to estimate a balanced grade line with the profile information and knowledge of the location. In general, no attempt is made at this time to precisely establish a balanced grade line. The typical section is used without modification for special ditches, cut classification, etc. The vertical P.I. stations and elevations, as well as the rates of grade, are indicated. The length of all vertical curves, stopping sight distance at crest, and the "K" value at sag vertical curves are included. Preferred grade and vertical alignment controls are discussed in [[230.2 Vertical Alignment\|EPG 230.2 Vertical Alignment]]. Passing sight distance controls and data are not noted or indicated on the preliminary plan. However, they are clearly stated in a letter of transmittal to the district engineer asking for approval of the preliminary plan and in the letter to [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design] which transmits the approved preliminary plan.

	===235.3.8 Intersecting Roadways===		===235.3.8 Intersecting Roadways===
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	==235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan==		==235.6 Approval of Preliminary Plan==

	The preliminary plan for [[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System\|projects designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix]] must be approved by the FHWA. The district submits the preliminary plan to [~~http~~://~~wwwi~~/~~design~~/~~default.htm~~ Design] for review and approval and once obtained Design submits the preliminary plan to the FHWA for approval. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the transmittal letters.		The preliminary plan for [[:Category:123 Federal-Aid Highway Program#123.1.1 FHWA Oversight - National Highway System\|projects designated for federal involvement for preliminary plans on the PODI Matrix]] must be approved by the FHWA. The district submits the preliminary plan to [https://modotgov.sharepoint.com/sites/DE/ Design] for review and approval and once obtained Design submits the preliminary plan to the FHWA for approval. An updated cost estimate of the project is included in the transmittal letters.

	For all other projects, the district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If [[131.1 Design Exception Process\|design exceptions]] (signed by the district engineer) are necessary, they must accompany the submittal of the approved preliminary plan to Design.		For all other projects, the district engineer may approve the preliminary plan as long as established design guidance and policy are followed. If [[131.1 Design Exception Process\|design exceptions]] (signed by the district engineer) are necessary, they must accompany the submittal of the approved preliminary plan to Design.

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	The NEPA process must conclude, resulting in FHWA approval of a CE, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), or a Record of Decision (ROD), prior to approval of the preliminary plan for any project. The process to obtain this approval is described in [[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents\|EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification Documents]]. Final design cannot begin until this step is complete.		The NEPA process must conclude, resulting in FHWA approval of a CE, Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI), or a Record of Decision (ROD), prior to approval of the preliminary plan for any project. The process to obtain this approval is described in [[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents\|EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification Documents]]. Final design cannot begin until this step is complete.
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	The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at this stage will enable earlier initiation of cultural resource compliance procedures and possibly prevent future project delays.		The district completes an electronic request for environmental services [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services\|(RES)]] at each project development milestone, or at least at the Location/Conceptual state and final design (see [[127.1 Request for Environmental Services#127.1.1.2 Process\|EPG 127.1.1.2 Process]]). Submission of the RES at this stage will enable earlier initiation of cultural resource compliance procedures and possibly prevent future project delays.

	The letter of transmittal shall contain the following information:		The letter of transmittal shall contain the following information: