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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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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. 
 
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. 
 
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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'''[[127.15 Reevaluation of National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Documents#127.15.3 Document Age|EPG 127.15.3 Document Age]]'''
 
11/30/18: Re-evaluations are required for all NEPA approvals that are more than 3 years old.
 
'''NEPA Glossary'''
 
11/29/18: A new [[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents#127.14.5 NEPA Glossary|glossary of NEPA terms]] is now available in EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents.
 
'''[[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.15 Vegetation Removal|EPG 236.16.15 Vegetation Removal]]'''
 
11/28/18: Guidance was updated, particularly in [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act|EPG 236.16.15.6 Endangered Species Act]] and [[236.16 Outdoor Advertising#236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging|EPG 236.16.15.8 Mowing and Brush Hogging]], to be in line with the Endangered Species Act
 
'''[[141.1 Cost Share Program|EPG 141.1 Cost Share Program]]'''
 
11/20/18: Guidance in EPG 141.1 Cost Share Program has been updated as approved by the Commission. The revisions will impact the program statewide.
 
'''[[236.4 Description Writing and Titles#Permanent Sidewalk Easement Clause|Permanent Sidewalk Easement Clause]]'''
 
11/19/18: In [[#236.4.6.3 Types of Realty Acquired and Clauses to be Used in Property Descriptions|EPG 236.4.6.3 Types of Realty Acquired and Clauses to be Used in Property Descriptions]], a permanent sidewalk easement clause is now available for districts' use.
 
'''[[:Category:105 Control of Work#Among subjects to be discussed|EPG 105.9.12 Preconstruction Conference]]'''
 
11/15:18: Subjects to be discussed at this conference now include review of the process to request any DBE termination, substitution or addition.
 
'''[[237.9 Submission of Plans and Supporting Documents#237.9.3.1 Schedule for Submittal|EPG 237.9.3.1 Schedule for Submittal]]'''
 
11/7/18: Guidance has been added about a required e-mail for re-let or moved projects.
 
'''[[:Category:604 Miscellaneous Drainage#Concrete Headwalls, Drop Inlets And Manholes (Sec 604.10)|EPG 604, Construction Requirements (Sec 604.10.3)]]'''
 
10/30/18: When approached with alternative products on a job as part of a change order or VE, this new guidance states that the RE should initially determine suitability and also consult the Field Office and New Products Coordinator to ensure value, uniformity and tracking. 
 
'''[[media:703.2.8 Placing Diaphragm Concrete.pdf|Placing Diaphragm Concrete]]'''
 
10/25/18: In [[:Category:703 Concrete Masonry Construction#A construction joint will normally be provided|EPG 703.2.8 Concrete Placement]], this new presentation explains a MoDOT best practice.
 
'''[[:Category:626 Rumble Strips|EPG 626 Rumble Strips]]'''
 
10/23/18:  Clarified the location of the rumbles strips and pavement markings for differing shoulder and pavement conditions. The minimum pavement thickness was revised from from 1 3/4" to 1".
 
'''[[106.3.2.7 TM-7, Rebound Hammer for Opening Strength of Full Depth Concrete Pavement Repairs|EPG 106.3.2.7 TM-7, Rebound Hammer for Opening Strength of Full Depth Concrete Pavement Repairs]]'''
 
10/23/18: This new test method corresponds to the spec change in Sec 613 that allows this alternate test method.
 
'''Prestressed Concrete I Girders'''
 
10/23/18: NU 78 details were placed back into [[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#NU Standard Girders|EPG 751.22.1.2 Geometric Dimensions]], [[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.9 Open Intermediate Bent Diaphragms|EPG 751.22.3.9 Open Intermediate Bent Diaphragms]] and [[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.10 Closed Intermediate Bent Diaphragms|EPG 751.22.3.10 Closed Intermediate Bent Diaphragms]]. [[751.22 P/S Concrete I Girders#751.22.3.3.2 Top Flange Blockout|NU flange blockout guidance]] was also added and concrete diaphragm details were clarified.
 
'''Bending Diagrams'''
 
10/16/18: In [[751.12 Protective Barriers#751.12.2.3 End Bent Reinforcement|EPG 751.12.2.3 End Bent Reinforcement]], the bending diagrams were revised to accommodate safety barrier reinforcement. A reinforcing clearance note in [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#Place general notes H10.19,|H10a. Conventional-Formed Barrier standard notes]] was added to avoid possible confusion when placing barrier reinforcement at end bents.
 
'''[[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes|EPG 751.50 Standard Detailing Notes]]'''
 
10/12/18: Notes [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(J1.12b)|J1.12b]], [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(J1.21b)|J1.21b]] and [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#(J1.25)|J1.25A]] have been added. J1.25 was revised to clarify maximum applied bearing pressure limit.
 
'''[[127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents|EPG 127.14 National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) Classification and Documents]]'''
 
10/11/18: This article has been extensively revised to reflect current procedures.
 
'''[[106.3.2.88 TM-88 Bond Strength Test for Tack Coat|EPG 106.3.2.88 TM-88 Bond Strength Test for Tack Coat]]'''
 
10/10/18: This new Test Method is now available.
 
'''[[771.1 Concrete Bridge Approach Slab Repair: Slab Stabilization (Jacking)|EPG 771.1 Concrete Bridge Approach Slab Repair: Slab Stabilization (Jacking)]]'''
 
10/10/18: This article has been re-titled. Also, the requirement for the formed underseal access hole for the concrete bridge approach slabs has been eliminated. 
 
'''[[:Category:110 State and Federal Wage Rates and Other Requirements#Equipment Rental with Operator and Purchase Ordered Work|EPG 110.3 Equipment Rental with Operator and Purchase Ordered Work]]'''
 
9/25/18: Guidance about which certified payrolls are required for rental equipment operators was clarified.
 
'''Bridge Survey Checklist '''
 
9/24/18:  Guidance about the Bridge Survey Checklist was clarified in [[238.3 Route Surveying#238.3.36 Bridge Surveys|EPG 238.3.36 Bridge Surveys]], [[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.2.2.1 Bridge Survey Report|EPG 747.2.2.1 Bridge Survey Report]], [[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.2.3 Bridge Survey Sheet Data|EPG 747.2.3 Bridge Survey Sheet Data]], [[:Category:747 Bridge Reports and Layouts#747.2.3.4 Profile Sheets|EPG 747.2.3.4 Profile Sheets]] and [[750.3 Bridges#750.3.1.1.2.6 Other Bridges|EPG 750.3.1.1.2.6 Other Bridges]].
 
'''[[236.14 Change in Route Status Report#236.14.4.3 Submittal|EPG 236.14.4.3 Submittal]]'''
 
9/20/18: Additional guidance is now available for district staff on when to include a Change in Route Marking Report.
 
'''[[236.5 Property Management#236.5.25.4 Marketing Properties for Lease|EPG 236.5.25.4 Marketing Properties for Lease]]'''
 
9/20/18: Guidance has been added to permit a new clause in the lease.
 
'''Saw Cut Joints'''
 
8/31/18:  Guidance in [[751.12 Protective Barriers#751.12.2.7 Joint Details|EPG 751.12.2.7 Joint Details]], [[751.12 Protective Barriers#751.12.2.8 Plastic Waterstop|EPG 751.12.2.8 Plastic Waterstop]] and [[751.50 Standard Detailing Notes#H10. Barrier Curbs – Safety, Median, Type C and D|EPG H10. Barrier Curbs – Safety, Median, Type C and D]] was revised to allow saw cut joints for conventional-formed barrier curbs.
 
'''[[236.3 Administration#State Funded Early Acquisition|EPG 236.3.4.4 Advance Acquisition, State Funded Early Acquisition]]'''
 
8/27/17: Guidelines related to MAP-21 have been provided to bring guidance up to current practice.
 
'''[[106.9 Buy America Requirement#When does Buy America apply to manufactured items?|EPG 106.9, When does Buy America apply to manufactured items?]]'''
 
8/16/18: Guidance has been added to [[106.9 Buy America Requirement|EPG 106.9 Buy America Requirement]] clarifying when Buy America applies to manufactured items.


'''[[231.2 Clear Zones|EPG 231.2 Clear Zones]]'''
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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 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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8/14/18: Clear zone guidance has been clarified and associated figures have been updated.
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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.

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.

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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