EDGM-4 Project Design Procedures

EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES 1.
.0 PURPOSE Design procedures are used to define quality requirements for projects. The purpose of this procedure is to describe minimum technical requirements and criteria for design of RTD FasTracks projects and to outline the design processes designers shall follow for all the major engineering disciplines. 2.0 SCOPE The minimum technical requirements and criteria outlined for design apply to both inhouse and contracted design work. This procedure contains criteria for all of RTD FasTracks projects (including BRT, CRT, LRT, park-n-Rides, Maintenance Facilities, etc.). It outlines staff, design, specification, estimate, and submittal requirements. This procedure offers a summary of expectations. This procedure is meant to supplement existing RTD and local jurisdiction design criteria and requirements and is not meant to be all inclusive. More detailed information can be found in the applicable RTD manuals referenced below. 3.0 RESPONSIBILITY 3.1 Engineering Technical Support Staff The ETS staff responsibilities include: A. B. C. 3.2 Write the discipline specific sections of this procedure. Re-evaluate and update this procedure in a timely manner to accurately represent any new design policy decisions. Review designs submitted by others against this procedure.
Document Control Staff The document control staff responsibilities include: A. Maintains and updates library copy and distributes procedure updates to individuals issued copies of the EDG.
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Contracted Consultant Design Team The contracted consultant design team responsibilities include: A. Design in accordance with this procedure.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES 4.0 REFERENCES A. B. C. D. E. F. G. H. I. J. K. L. M. 5.0 RTD Quality Assurance Program Plan and QMO Program Manual (QMO Database for design comments) RTD Bus Transit Facility Design Guidelines and Criteria RTD Commuter Rail Design Criteria RTD Light Rail Design Criteria RTD CADD Standards Manual RTD Standard Drawings for Bus and Light Rail Transit Facility Projects RTD System Safety Program Plan (SSPP) RTD Safety & Security Management Plan (SSMP) RTD Sustainability Policy RTD Environmental Methodology Manual EDG 11 Quality Plan EDG 5 Design Calculations EDG 6 Design Specifications
PROCEDURES 5.1 Design Requirements Applicable to All Design Disciplines Each discipline is responsible to meet the following requirements as they apply to its own discipline area in addition to those listed in the discipline specific section of this procedure. At each design phase, the engineering project manager for design shall ensure that these requirements have been met by their design staff. A. Design and Review Teams: The Design Team refers to the group of individuals responsible for the designs, calculations, specifications, and estimates for each design phase. Design Team shall include licensed engineers representing each respective discipline who will be in responsible charge of all design activities and who will seal the plans and specifications pertaining to their discipline area. The Review Team refers to the group of individuals responsible for review and comment on the design (plans and specifications), to ensure compliance with RTDs design criteria and requirements. The Review Team shall include a licensed engineer for each discipline with sufficient experience and knowledge to act as the discipline reviewer. B. Scope of Work: Senior Manager Engineering and Engineering Project Managers shall involve the ETS staff in project scoping to prevent later changes to the project scope. The Scope of Work shall be reviewed by RTDs ETS staff and the Project Engineering Manager prior to signing the consultants contract. The activities and deliverables defined in the Scope of Work shall be consistent with the requirements outlined in this procedure. C. Coordination / Meetings:
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES The Designer of each discipline shall meet periodically with RTDs ETS staff for that discipline to discuss the design work and reach early resolutions to design challenges. Coordination meetings shall occur no less than once a month. Coordination meetings may be held in conjunction with general progress meetings if required topics of discussion are not too specific and time consuming. Include appropriate staff in all disciplines required to coordinate beneficially. Design: The coordinate systems and project stationing used for all disciplines (ie. roadway design, transit design, and ROW) shall be compatible. Inter-disciplinary coordination shall be continuous throughout all design phases. Work within each discipline shall accommodate work within other disciplines. Design plans and specifications shall reflect the most current RTD requirement. If an entity (facility owner, local city or state jurisdictions, etc.) has more stringent requirements than RTD, the Designer is required to bring the requirement to the attention of RTD. Calculations shall be provided as needed to support the design. Each design phase shall incorporate changes and improvements as dictated by review comments from previous design phase submittals. Cost Estimates: Updated cost estimates for construction shall be provided at each design phase submittal. See EDG 8 Cost Development & Estimating for details and procedures. Exceptions / Variances / Revisions to Standards: Any deviation from the standard design requirements defined within RTD and other local jurisdiction criteria manuals requires written approval from RTD. See EDG 7 Variance to RTD Criteria for details and procedures. Quality / Reviews: All design plans, specs, calculations, and estimates shall have a thorough independent quality control check by the Design Team. Design checkers shall be independent, and shall have the equivalent qualifications as the designer. Perform independent design and detail checks (see definitions) of the plans and special provisions. The design engineer is responsible for the meaning and applicability of all computer generated information. Revise all plan sheets, special provisions and design notes to correct any deficiencies found in the design and detail checks. Perform an independent check of quantities and revise the summary of quantities as necessary. Design reviews shall be interdisciplinary. See EDG 11 Quality Plan for details and procedures.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES H. Schedule and Work Hour Estimates: Designers shall submit a comprehensive and updated schedule for the project with each design phase submittal. When preparing schedules and work-hour estimates, the Engineering Project Manager shall obtain estimates for: Major structural activities Utility interruption restrictions Staged construction or relocation Order of precedence In-house jobs Consultant jobs. The Engineering Project Manager will establish the final schedule and work hours based on input from the ETS staff. See EDG 3 Scheduling for details and procedures. Value Engineering: See EDG 12 Value Engineering for details and procedures.
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General Requirements and Submittals per Design Phase Each discipline is responsible for performing the following tasks and submitting the following deliverables for their own discipline area in addition to those listed in the discipline specific section of this procedure. At each design phase, the engineering project manager for design shall combine the elements from each discipline into one submittal package. A. Basic Engineering (DEIS) A thorough basic engineering design process is required to identify general design solutions and the appropriate project design criteria to meet RTDs needs, and reduce costly delays and revisions during final design and construction. The Basic Engineering (BE) design phase is the time to: Define the project limits. Identify general existing conditions within the project limits. Outline conceptual or schematic proposed design for various design options and alternatives. Analyze the pros and cons of the various design alternatives, including the no-action or no-build alternative, and select a proposed action. Seek input from public and other stakeholders. Identify potential impacts to the environment, structures, and utilities. Outline preliminary proposed design of new facilities for proposed action. Deliverables expected for the Basic Engineering (DEIS) phase from each and every discipline: Preliminary Design Plan Set / Drawings Cost Estimate for completing Final Design and Construction EIS Document Other documents, reports, memos, records, etc. as defined in discipline specific sections.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES B. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) A thorough 50% design process is required to establish and define the project starting point and set the direction of the final design. The following shall be done during the 50% design phase: Address all previous comments made during Basic Engineering design review. Identify specific existing conditions. Outline 50% proposed design of new facilities. Identify real impacts to existing structures and utilities. Begin identifying ROW and easement needs. Deliverables expected for the Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) phase to be submitted to RTD for official review from each and every discipline: 50% Design Plan Set / Drawings Summary of Quantities for Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) and Construction Preliminary Cost Estimate for Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) and Construction Specification Outline (Run List of section titles) Other documents, reports, memos, records, etc. as defined in discipline specific sections. Final 65% Design A thorough 65% design process is required to provide design specifics. The following shall be done during the Final 65% design phase: Address all comments made during Final 50% design review. Finalize existing conditions. Finalize project limits. Outline 65% proposed design of new facilities. Identify real impacts to existing structures and utilities. Identifying 98% of ROW and easement needs and have begun acquisition process. Perform independent design and detail checks of the plans and special provisions. Revise all plan sheets, special provisions, and design notes to correct any deficiencies found in the design and detail checks. Perform an independent check of quantities and revise the summary of quantities as necessary. Deliverables expected for the Final 65% design phase to be submitted to RTD for official review from each and every discipline: 65% Design Plan Set / Drawings Specification / Special Provisions Summary of Quantities for final 65% Design and Construction Intermediate Cost Estimate for Final 65% Design and Construction Preliminary Calculations
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Other documents, reports, memos, records, etc. as defined in discipline specific sections. Final 90% Design A thorough 90% design process is required to finalize the design. The following shall be done during the Final 90% design phase: Address all comments made during the Final 65% design review. Outline 100% proposed design of new facilities. Finalize relocation and removal of existing facilities. Identify real impacts to existing structures and utilities. Identifying 100% of ROW and easement needs and are finalizing acquisition process. Perform independent design and detail checks of the plans and special provisions. Revise all plan sheets, special provisions, and design notes to correct any deficiencies found in the design and detail checks. Perform an independent check of quantities and revise the summary of quantities as necessary. Deliverables expected for the Final 90% design phase to be submitted to RTD for official review from each and every discipline: 100% Design Plan Set / Drawings Specification / Special Provisions Complete Summary of Quantities for Final 100% Design and Construction Final Cost Estimate for Final 100% Design and Construction Final Calculations Other documents, reports, memos, records, etc. as defined in discipline specific sections. Final 100% Design A thorough 100% design process is required to address the last few small comments and changes from the 90% review. The Final 100% designs shall be: Stamped by an Engineer of Record. Provided to the following individuals for their approval and sign off: Project Manager Engineering Technical Services Manager Senior Manager of Engineering Assistant General Manager of Planning & Development Assistant General Manager of Rail &/or Bus Operations Assistant General Manager of Safety, Security, and Facilities Deliverables expected for the Final 100% design phase to be submitted to RTD encompassing all disciplines: A final submittal letter certifying that the plans and specifications have been prepared in accordance with current RTD design standards. A complete set of final design notes. These notes shall include revisions reconciling any differences between the original design, the independent design check, and any design changes resulting from subsequent reviews
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Final list of items that do not meet RTDs minimum design criteria and needed a variance. PE Stamped 100% Design Plan Set / Drawings PE Stamped Specification / Special Provisions Final Quantities and Cost Estimate for Final 100% Design and Construction PE Stamped Final Design Calculations The complete set of final independent design check notes, plans, and calculations. The signed package shall be Released for Construction (RFC) 5.3 Discipline Specific Requirements and Submittals per Design Phase 5.3.1 A. Architectural Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) through Final 100% Design for Architecture: Architectural Requirements for each design phase shall be provided by and coordinated with the Architectural and Landscape Architectural staff. Civil - General Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) through Final 100% Design for Civil: For Civil requirements, see the following sections: Geotechnical Roadway Traffic Drainage Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Drainage: Identify and describe existing conditions, identify potential drainage problem areas, identify potential solutions to drainage problems in sufficient detail to determine feasibility, to provide a cost, and to identify impacts. Collect, at a minimum, copies of previously completed drainage studies and reports and existing data and flood history, including FIRMs, FHADs, Master Plans, Outfall System Plans, Flood Insurance Studies, and drainage studies, within and adjacent to the project area from Urban Drainage & Flood Control District, Colorado Water Conservation, Colorado Department Of Transportation, City and County engineering and public works offices, etc. Provide a list of the references collected. Collect current electronic models for all regulatory floodplains. Establish major drainage basins and provide a Drainage Plan Map, depicting major basin boundaries and showing the location and size of all major drainage features, waterway geometrics, vegetal cover, land use, etc. (major defined as conveying more than 100 cfs during a 5-year and 100Page 4-7 October 2007
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES year storm event), including bridges, culverts, open channels, and storm sewer conduits. Identify the right-of-way and easements required for major drainage systems outside the right-of-way and provide a map depicting these areas. Identify the appropriate project drainage design criteria, based on RTD, local agency, UDFCD, and CDOT design manuals. Establish, and include in the drainage report, the design storm frequency based on the project criteria. Perform a hydrologic analysis using existing studies, existing hydraulic models, or other approved methods to determine design flow rates for all major drainage features (compile precipitation and steam gauge data, select runoff parameters, analyze gauge data, predict peak flows, and calculate run-off and design flow rates). Provide written description of methodology and all calculations in the drainage report appendices. Prepare conceptual designs for all major drainage features. Identify and prepare conceptual designs for all locations where special design features will be required in order to meet corridor design criteria, and to protect existing and proposed RTD facilities. Provide documentation for all calculations in the drainage report appendices. Provide conceptual plans and details for these major drainage features. Develop conceptual design of minor drainage structures (structures designed for 5-year events), determine location of crossing alignment, and consider degree of sediment and debris problems to be encountered. Provide documentation for all calculations in the drainage report appendices. Provide conceptual plans and details for these minor drainage features. Identify detention requirements and provide preliminary sizes for detention ponds and detention pond routing for regional-type detention that might be included in the Project. Provide documentation for all calculations in the design report appendices. Identify water quality requirements and provide preliminary concepts for meeting those requirements. Identify and document erosion and sediment control methods to be used for this project. Provide water surface profiles and preliminary hydraulic analysis, using approved methods, to establish design flows for major drainage facilities (storm sewer systems, cross-culverts, and open channels), showing 100year HGL, discharge, design headwater, etc. Determine the design year frequency, design year and 500 year high water elevations, predicted total scour profile for design year and 500 year scour, channel erosion protection for structures. For bridges, determine the freeboard requirements and the minimum low girder elevation using the CDOT Drainage Design Manual. Provide documentation for all calculations in the drainage report appendices.
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Basic Engineering Deliverables for Drainage: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide a written drainage report with references, technical appendices, calculations, and maps and plans of sufficient scale, etc. to adequately document all the Basic Engineering drainage requirements. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Drainage: Develop design and prepare plans and calculations for major drainage facilities (include grading, linings, walls, culverts, drop structures, inlet structures, new and extended box culverts, energy dissipaters, and other major drainage facility improvements) in sufficient detail to obtain concept approvals from local city and county agencies and UDFCD, and to prepare conceptual designs for bridges and other structures requiring special structural design. Obtain agency review and approval of design concepts and provide proof of agency sign-off. Design stormwater interception facilities for RTD trackways, track subdrains, crossing flows, and ditches in accordance with RTD design criteria manuals. Provide calculations to support the design in the drainage report appendices. Provide supporting drawings in the construction plan set. Provide plan and profile drawings for all major drainage facilities, showing horizontal and vertical location, location and nature of conflicting facilities, resolution of conflicts. Provide hydrologic and hydraulic calculations in support of the design of major facilities. Provide HGLs for major drainageways. Identify and map all existing minor (defined as conveying less than 100 cfs in a 5-year and 100-year event) drainage facilities. For all drainage facilities, determine invert elevations, structure (inlets, outlets, junctions) types, sizes, and materials. Provide mapping for all minor existing drainage facilities. Develop and provide conceptual design for new minor drainage structures in sufficient detail to identify drainage concepts and resolve design conflicts. Identify and outline size and location for required detention and water quality features in the drainage report. Station and park-n-Ride drainage design plans shall include all necessary storm sewer systems, and permanent stormwater detention and water quality facilities as required by the local jurisdiction as modified by RTD design guidelines and criteria manuals.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Identify and provide special drainage designs that may be critical for cost, feasibility or impact to the project, and provide conceptual details for these special drainage features. Provide Erosion Control plans and documentation (including Stormwater Management Plans) for all park-n-Ride stations and major channel improvements. Provide Irrigation Ditch system modification design plans for ditches crossing or otherwise impacted by the project. Plans are subject to review by and approval of the ditch owner and the local drainage authority. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Drainage: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide a preliminary written drainage report with references, technical appendices, calculations, and maps and plans of sufficient scale, including all the information included at the Basic Engineering phase and all additional information needed to adequately document the 50% PE drainage requirements. Final 65% Design for Drainage: Provide plans that show all drainage facilities, designed both horizontally and vertically (plan and profile), in final location and in sufficient detail to provide hydraulic documentation. All horizontal and vertical conflicts shall be resolved. Develop design for regulatory floodplains. Begin permitting process. Prepare and submit the required letters, applications, and all necessary supporting documentation for the following: CLOMRs (Conditional Letters of Map Revisions), Use updated modeling to complete this submittal. Environmental Permits as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act from the ACOE. Prepare a Final Hydrology and Hydraulics Drainage Report providing description and documentation for the analysis of the final design of all new stormwater facilities and existing facilities impacted by the project. The report will include: Storm drainage design and technical criteria of the appropriate local jurisdictions. Design of new and relocated private and public storm water facilities impacted by the project. Irrigation facility design. Trackway drainage design. Park-n-Ride drainage design. Hydrologic and Hydraulic Exhibits (drainage plan maps) and calculations for design stormwater flows to affected major and minor drainage basins, and stormwater conveyance elements. Exhibits and calculations to support hydraulic design for stormwater interception and conveyance systems (including open channel systems, drop structures, bridges, culverts, storm sewers, inlets, energy
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES dissipaters, underdrains, detention facilities, and water quality treatement facilities). Scour calculations in support of structural foundation design. Prepare and show HGL for 5-year and 100-year discharge, for major and minor storm facilities. Provide hydrologic and hydraulic calculations in support of the design of major facilities. Provide HGLs for 5-year and 100-year discharge for major and minor drainageways. Provide details for special drainage features. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Drainage: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide a final written design report with references, technical appendices, calculations, and maps and plans of sufficient scale, including all the information included at the 50% PE phase and all additional information needed to adequately document the Final 65% Design drainage requirements. Final 90% Design for Drainage: Finalize designs and provide all calculations and other documents for: Major drainage channel improvements Cross-culverts and other storm water conveyance facilities. Stormwater interception facilities. Station drainage. Retention and detention basins. Make adjustments for minor changes in horizontal and vertical alignments. Provide plan and profile drawings for all major and minor drainage facilities, at a scale of no less than 1=50, standard details for structures, details (including structural information) for non-standard structures, Provide plans prepared in construction plan format, including cover sheet, notes, plan and profile drawings, standard and special details. Provide plans prepared for open channels, other grading, storm sewer facilities, subdrains, construction erosion control facilities, detention and permanent water quality features including standard and non-standard details. Plan and profile drawings prepared at a scale of no less than 1=50. If required by the local agency, plans will be prepared so that they may be separated from the full set. Provide specifications prepared in RTD standard format. Secure approval from local drainage authorities and provide documentation for these approvals to RTD for the following: Final Hydrology and Hydraulics Report Final drainage designs and constructions plans. CLOMRs, approval from FEMA required prior to completion of final design.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Environmental Permits need to coordinate with and get approval from ACOE and RTD prior to completion of final design. LOMRs (Final Letters of Map Revision) are not part of the final design scope of work, but will be included in Design Services during construction.
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Final 90% Design Deliverables for Drainage: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide an updated Final written drainage report incorporating all comments made during the Final 65% Design review and all additional information needed to adequately document the Final 90% Design drainage requirements. Final 100% Design for Drainage: If there are any comments made by RTD staff and FasTracks Team members, from all review agencies (City and County engineering department staff, UDFCD, FEMA, CDOT), and any other applicable regulatory agency during the Final 90% Design, these comments shall be incorporated into an updated 100% Final Drainage Report. Environmental / Studies / Mitigation Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Environmental: Phase I, II and sometimes III environmental assessments are completed to aid the design team in minimizing impacts to contaminated areas and worker safety. This research is done up front to minimize surprises during construction. Traffic studies including present and future travel demand, transit ridership projections and modeling shall be conducted, including reasonable measures to reduce congestion. An Accident study and analysis of explicit safety considerations is expected. Esthetic Considerations and Visual impacts of the Project shall be considered. Air Quality analysis shall be done by APCD with modeling information provided by DRCOG. Noise and Vibration assessment analysis shall be prepared in accordance with CDOT Noise Analysis and Abatement Guidelines and FTA guidelines, and shall consist of the following: Definition of relevant noise and vibration abatement criteria and identification of noise sensitive land uses. Definition of relevant noise levels according to most resent FHWA/FTA guidelines. Prediction of future traffic noise and vibration levels for all alternatives. Determination of traffic noise and vibration impacts.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Identification of evaluation of feasibility, cost effectiveness and reasonableness of noise and vibration abatement measures. Development of recommendations regarding noise and vibration abatement measures. Consideration of construction related noise issues. Archaeology and Historical report shall be incorporated into the EIS which describes existing surveyed conditions, historical archaeological potential of the Project area including historical bridge clearances, and mitigation implementation recommendation. Paleontology report shall be incorporated into the EIS which describes existing surveyed conditions, determines the presence or absence of paleontological resources, scientific significance determination, and mitigation recommendations. Water Quality report shall be written including the determined impacts of the proposed construction project on the following water bodies: State waters, aquatic habitats, groundwater or alluvial waters, aquifers, etc. Ecology assessment shall be provided including surveys and biological evaluations and/or biological assessments based on species identified in the Project area using qualified experts, threatened and endangered species, and a map identifying noxious weed locations. The project shall conform to the requirements of the Migratory Bird Treaty Act. Floodplain, Drainage and Wetland Assessments shall be performed and documented in the form of reports and mitigation measures shall be identified. Water surface profiles shall be developed for previously undefined floodplains to define 100-year flood limits. ROW review shall be done in accordance with Title 23CFR. Use local entity surveys, courthouse records, railroad right-of-way maps, and real estate listings to compile information on neighborhood characteristics, prime and unique farmlands, price ranges for land and improvements, housing availability, minority percentages, utility easement usage agreements, and parcel categories such as public owned, vacant, mixed use, etc. Review the information and provide a summary of findings that identify: number of parcel full takes and partial takes required for the project improvements. possible problem areas. Acquisition cost estimates for each alternative. Relocation evaluation and cost for each alternative. Impacts on 4(f)/6(f) properties. Ownership maps. Land Use maps. Hazardous Materials shall be evaluated thru research and field investigation, In-Situ Tests shall be conducted, and impacts shall be analyzed and assessed.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Existing Structures and Facilities including roadway, railway, and utilities shall be evaluated for Project impacts and merits. Rail Operational Analysis shall be performed. Economic effects of the Project alternatives on commercial and industrial enterprises, employment, local tax base, regional earnings, etc. shall be done on the Project area and surrounding area levels. Social considerations and Environmental Justice shall be evaluated to make sure the Project alternatives will not adversely affect community cohesion, safety and security, accessibility, health and environment, or resources and will identify disproportionately high impacts to low-income populations consistent with FHWA, FTA, and EPA guidelines. Cumulative Impacts of each proposed action by this and other projects on resources, ecosystem and human community shall be evaluated for each alternative. Identify all permits needed for construction of the Project. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Environmental: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit the Draft Environmental Impact Study (DEIS). Submit the Final Environmental Impact Study (FEIS). Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Environmental: Prepare Property Takes assessments (I and II). Define Recognized Environmental Conditions (RECs) through Phase II Environmental Assessment. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Environmental: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit Phase II Environmental Site Assessment (Phase II ESA). Environmental Best Management Practices (BMPs) shall be shown on the applicable plans (civil, drainage, etc.) Final 65% Design for Environmental: Analyze Noise and Vibration impacts during construction. Prepare De-watering and demolition Plans. Use RECs to aid design team on construction options. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Environmental: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Might need to submit an Amended EIS due to significant changes in design. Final 90% Design for Environmental: Develop the VCUP and other documents. A specific Voluntary Clean-Up Plan (VCUP) shall be set up for each corridor, which will generate the MMP and SAP. MMP and SAP will drive Soil Disposal Plan. Provide property take hazardous materials ID and demolition plans. Permit review with regulators. Prepare and submit the following Documents: Material Management Plan (MMP). Sampling and Analysis Plan (SAP).
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES HASP, project wide. Air Quality Control plans. Water Quality Control plans. Prepare Erosion Control plans Wetland Assessment and Mitigation plans. Dust Control plan Final 90% Design Deliverables for Environmental: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit the VUCP (including the MMP & SAP). Submit the HASP, Air Quality Control plans, Water Quality Control plans, Erosion Control plans, Wetland Assessment and Mitigation plans, and the Dust Control plans. Final 100% Design for Environmental: Outline expectations of the construction contractor using a Materials Management Plan. Submit the following permit applications and for approval: VCUP permit Discharge permit Provide time for permit reviews and regulatory reviews. ROW and Property Acquisition: The following tasks are dependent on RTD owning or leasing the ROW/Property: Asbestos/Lead assessment and survey. Asbestos/Lead abatement plan. Asbestos/Lead abatement. Soil disposal plan. Geotechnical Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Geotechnical: Collect and review existing information on soil conditions and drillings from previous projects and provide a document of findings. Provide conceptual design parameters as required. Finalize and prioritize plan for subsurface investigations. Guidelines for geotechnical reports are provided in the RTD Bus Transit Facility Design Criteria. Submit a scope of subsurface investigations. Obtain subsurface investigation permits, utility clearance and final boring hole locations in the field prior to drilling. Provide copies of permits to RTD. Commence subsurface investigations (field engineer shall be on site at all times during drilling operations). Copies of field records shall be provided to RTD. Show locations of test bores on the drawings and send field samples to laboratory to begin testing. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Geotechnical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure:
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Submit findings of the existing information and provide conceptual design parameters as required. Submit copies of field records from subsurface investigations. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Geotechnical: Collect and review results of geotechnical investigations performed during preliminary design/EIS phase. Summarize finding in the preliminary geotechnical report. Install groundwater observation wells at selected boring locations (coordinate with the Colorado Division of Water Resources) as required. Complete laboratory tests for soil and rock samples and include scour analysis and submit copies of test results to RTD. Provide preliminary retaining wall and foundation recommendations, and all required design parameters. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Geotechnical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a preliminary geotechnical investigation report to summarize geotechnical investigation and to include results of laboratory testing and to provide structural design parameters and recommendations. Final 65% Design for Geotechnical: Complete geotechnical investigations and include the findings in the final geotechnical report. Complete and submit pavement designs per MGPEC standards including alternatives for asphalt and concrete pavements. Provide boring logs on the 65% plans. Coordinate with structural engineer and provide final retaining wall and foundation recommendations and all required design parameters. Consider constructability issues related to geotechnical aspects of project and provide a summary of constructability concerns. Provide outline specifications for geotechnical requirements. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Geotechnical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a final geotechnical investigation report. Final 90% Design for Geotechnical: Verify results of subsurface investigations with completed design and make any appropriate changes in the 90% submittal. Assist designer in completing summary of earthwork calculations for plans. Prepare a dewatering plan. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Geotechnical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a Dewatering Plan Final 100% Design: Review technical specifications for conformance with geotechnical investigations and recommendations.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Provide recommendations construction phase. for materials testing requirements for
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Landscape Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) through Final 100% Design for Landscaping: Landscape Requirements for each design phase shall be provided by and coordinated with the Architectural and Landscape Architectural Department. Roadway Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Roadway: Geometric layouts shall be developed and submitted for the reasonable alternatives, including horizontal and vertical alignment. Additional analysis as part of the roadway design includes plan and profile, cross-sections at critical areas, and quantity calculations of major items including earthwork. Consider roadside development elements including landscaping, sprinkler systems, sound barriers, bike paths, and lighting, and include general accommodations for these elements in the plans (no detailed design is anticipated at this phase). Perform and submit a Traffic Study covering the reasonable alternatives. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Roadway: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Roadway: Review traffic study performed during Basic Engineering (DEIS) phase. Assess Basic Engineering (DEIS) roadway plans and confirm appropriateness or provide suggestion modifications. Review design criteria from local jurisdiction(s) and RTD and request variances. If necessary, provide a written summary of major design criteria utilized. Provide a summary of design controls (design speed, vehicles, roadway classifications, traffic, level of service, etc.) for each roadway. Prepare typical roadway sections and calculate clear zone requirements. Indicate these clear zone requirements on section drawings. Prepare and submit plan, profiles and cross sections for proposed roadway improvements. Provide general layout for new traffic signals. Begin permit process for Access Permits. Determine the need for bike lanes along roadways and show on plan and section drawings if applicable. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Roadway:
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required.
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Final 65% Design for Roadway: Review final geotechnical report and incorporate necessary information into the roadway pavement designs. Provide construction details for roadway elements. Coordinate with local jurisdiction for traffic signal timing and submit advance traffic signal plans. Develop and submit general concepts for suggested construction phasing and traffic control plans. Develop and submit general concepts for signing and striping plans. Coordinate roadway design with utility, lighting, drainage and other disciplines and include existing and proposed facilities for utilities and drainage on roadway profiles. Coordinate with trackwork designer on design of highway-rail and highwayLRT/CRT grade crossings. Confirm roadway designs accommodate bus transit vehicles along bus routes by analyzing bus turning templates autoturn simulation. Include design for roadway barriers (guardrail, etc.) where appropriate. Provide toes of slopes/fills on roadway plans. Coordinate with ROW where permanent slopes/fills exceed available ROW. Coordinate with ROW for any temporary easements required to construct roadway improvements and provide a list of these temporary easements to RTD. Coordinate roadside pedestrian elements with landscape, sidewalk, pedestrian lighting and trail designs. Where bike lanes are provided, design in accordance with AASHTO Guide for the Development of Bicycle Facilities. Include bike lane designs in plans and on cross sections. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Roadway: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 90% Design for Roadway: Submit completed roadway and signing and striping plans. Submit completed suggested construction phasing and traffic control plans and obtain approval from local jurisdiction. Review traffic study for compliance with project design including pavement. Provide calculations for engineering design of roadways. Provide clarification if AASHTO standards are not met. Review design for conformance with MUTCD. Identify constructability issues related to roadway work and submit a written summary listing any unresolved constructability issues to RTD.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Assure specifications cover how unsuitable subgrade is to be handled and paid for. Complete MGPEC Form 9 for roadway pavements in coordination with the geotechnical engineer. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Roadway: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 100% Design for Roadway: Obtain final approvals from local jurisdictions on plans for roadways, traffic signals and traffic control. Station & park-n-Ride Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Stations & park-n-Rides: Station / park-n-Ride design includes evaluation of the number of stations and possible station locations. The design shall be integrated into the RTD transit system and shall include the following attributes: Stations are designated for access by the public through walk-up, kissn-Ride, or full park-n-Ride transition elements. Location shall be identified by street address and station points along track route at beginning and end of platform. Size and design of Stations shall accommodate the length and needs of the multi-car trains, determination of the train type, length, and station size shall be determined during this early study. Type of platform, center loading, side loading or both, will determine width of platform, including right-of-way limitations. Layout of platform shall be based on expected peak hour ridership. Platform Amenities relative to location and access by patrons. ADA and ambulatory accessibility along with emergency vehicle access, minimum of two access points. Entry to the facilities shall be well defined for vehicle and pedestrian access. Verify number of required parking spaces for each park-n-Ride. The design philosophies integrated into the design shall unify each corridor through common theme, platform surface texture, materials, and shelters, yet each facility should give a unique identity to the neighborhood it serves. Design shall include a ridership information center that would include Ticket Vending Machines (TVM), route information, maps, overall RTD services from the stations, public telephones, emergency call phones, newspaper racks, etc. These elements should be conveniently located for passenger access but shall not obstruct circulation to, from, or adjacent to loading areas. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Stations & park-n-Rides: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Review ridership forecasts and prepare and submit NFPA 130 analysis for platform sizing and emergency egress. Provide for circulation of emergency vehicles as required. Determine requirements for public pay phones and emergency telephones and show these on the plans. If applicable, identify locations for art-n-Transit program and indicate these locations on the plans. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Stations & park-n-Rides: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 90% Design for Stations & park-n-Rides: Coordinate with other disciplines for any changes that would affect design of station and pnRs. Verify number of required parking spaces and bus bays (per size and type) for each park-n-Ride. Changes at this level may delay project schedule and provide a final updated written summary. Prepare plans for submittal to local jurisdiction for approval. Within each jurisdiction, various departments (planning, zoning, public works, etc.) may have review authority. Select and provide details of the pavement design. Submit construction details for station and pnR elements, including shelters, trash receptacles, lighting and benches. Obtain written approval from RTD for any items that do not meet RTDs minimum design criteria. Submit completed stormwater management plan (SWMP) to RTD and submit permit application to State. Submit completed layout of site amenities for pnR and on station platforms. Determine whether any materials or equipment will be owner furnished or owner installed and provide a written summary of these items. Submit a list of finalized temporary and permanent easements required for construction to RTDs property management. Identify location and provide details for RTD station signage. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Stations & park-n-Rides: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 100% Design for Stations & park-n-Rides: Obtain approval from local jurisdictions on plans. File approved mylars with local jurisdictions as required. Structures Requirements Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Structures: Preliminary design shall be conducted to identify the general structural solutions and the appropriate design criteria to meet the projects
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES requirements. Preliminary design shall be conducted as outlined below to obtain a structure layout and type selection which achieves the projects objectives and minimizes revisions during the final design and construction phases. Obtain structure site data including the following: Existing structures - when applicable, collect items such as existing plans, as-builts, inspection reports, structure ratings, foundation information, and shop drawings. A field investigation of existing structures will be made, with notification of the Engineering Project Manager. Typical roadway section; roadway plan and profile sheets showing all alignment data, topography, and utilities. Participate in developing the project survey request. Initiate foundation investigation request as early in the preliminary design phase as practical. Identify test hole request locations on a plan along with project control line, stations, and coordinates, utilities, and available general layout information for proposed structures. Preliminary drainage plan and hydraulics information. Preliminary geology / geotechnical information. Environmental constraints and right-of-way restrictions. Safety rail and fence types and lighting requirements. Conceptual recommendations for structure type and aesthetic features. Obtain and review the structure site data to determine the requirements that will control the structure size, layout, type, and rehabilitation alternatives. On a continuing basis provide data and recommendations to other members of the design team (e.g., roadway, hydraulics, survey) to help finalize the structure site data. Determine the structure layout alternatives. Determine the structure length, width, and span configurations that satisfy all horizontal and vertical clearance criteria. Working with the roadway designer, determine the necessary length of walls, and the top and bottom of wall profiles. Determine the rehabilitation alternatives. Continued use of all or parts of existing structures shall be considered as applicable. The structural and functional adequacy of existing structures shall be investigated and documented. Determine the modifications and rehabilitation necessary to use all or parts of existing structures and the associated costs. Determine the structure type alternatives. Consider precast and cast-inplace concrete and steel superstructures and determine the spans and depths for each. For walls, determine the feasible wall types as discussed in CDOT Bridge Design Manual Section 5. Determine the foundation alternatives. Consider piles, drilled shafts, spread footings, and mechanically stabilized earth foundations based on geology information from existing structures and early estimates from the project geologist. To obtain supporting information, initiate the foundation investigation as early as possible during the preliminary design phase.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Develop the staged construction phasing plan, as necessary for traffic control and detours, in conjunction with the parties performing the roadway design and traffic control plan. The impact of staged construction on the structure alternatives shall be considered and documented. Compute preliminary quantities and preliminary cost estimates as necessary to evaluate and compare the structure layout, type, and rehabilitation alternatives. Do not use square foot or relative cost estimates to select the final structure layout and type; i.e., compute the bid item quantities for the substructures and superstructures for each alternative and determine the cost for each of them. Square foot and relative cost estimates are to be used for conceptual design work only. Evaluate the structure alternatives. Establish the criteria for evaluating and comparing the structure alternatives that encompass all aspects of the projects objectives. Elements typically considered include safety, construction cost, constructability, life cycle costs (durability), environmental considerations, aesthetics, in service maintenance and inspection, and the ability to rehabilitate, widen and replace the new structure. Based on these criteria, select the optimum structure layout, type, and rehabilitation alternatives, as applicable, for recommendation. In the case of design-build, select the set of suitable structure alternatives. Prepare and submit preliminary general layout for the recommended structure. Prepare the structure layout in accordance with the CDOT Bridge Detailing Manual. If required, obtain a structure number from Staff Bridge to show on the layout. Special detail drawings shall accompany the general layout where appropriate. Perform the independent design check of the general layout. Prepare and submit a Bridge Hydraulics Report based on preliminary hydrology, site review, meetings and coordination between bridge, hydraulics, and geology engineers. The following topics shall be discussed in the report: Type of structures that are appropriate and why Channel size Freeboard required Debris conditions, freeboard Possible pier locations Skew Scour Flow orientation Any other features or constraints that appear relevant Prepare a Structure Selection Report to document and obtain approval for the preliminary structural design. This report shall summarize, justify, and explain the site data used to select and lay out the structure including: Project site plan. Roadway vertical and horizontal alignments and cross sections at the structure.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Existing structure data, including sufficiency rating. Utilities on, below, and adjacent to the structure. Hydraulics: channel size and skew, thalweg elevation, design year frequency, minimum low girder elevation, design year and 500 year high water elevations, estimated design year and 500 year scour profiles, and channel scour protection. Environmental constraints. Preliminary geological information for structure foundations. Architectural requirements. Maintenance requirements. Construction phasing and traffic/detour during construction. The report shall also include the structure layout and type selection process including discussion of: Structure layout, type, and rehabilitation alternatives considered. Criteria used to evaluate the structure alternatives and how the recommended structure was selected. Deviations from the projects structural standards. Structural design criteria and design method to be followed. Detailed preliminary cost estimate. Obtain initial approval for the structure type selection and general layout, and submit the general layout for inclusion in the preliminary design plans. After the review of the preliminary design plans, the general layout shall be revised as needed. Final approval from the Engineering Project Manager of the revised general layout shall be obtained before proceeding to the next phase of design. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Structures: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a copy of the site data obtained. Submit General Layout Plans for the structures. Submit a Bridge Hydraulics Report. Submit a Structure Selection Report. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Structures: Perform the required structural analysis, design, and check. Document the work with design notes, detail notes and computer output. The project structural engineer is responsible for the meaning and applicability of all computer generated information. Update the general layout, as necessary, as final design information is received from the other disciplines. Keep the design team apprised of any changes. Obtain the final geotechnical and hydraulics reports early in the design process. Prepare all detail drawings in accordance with RTD Design Criteria, CDOT Bridge Detailing Manual and Bridge Design Manual. Obtain the current standard worksheets and specifications from RTD and CDOT.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Prepare the special provisions applicable to the project. The project structural engineer shall provide the special provisions applicable to the structures. Compute the quantities and complete the summary of quantities. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Structures: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 65% Design for Structures: Perform the required structural analysis, design, and check. Structural plans and special provisions shall be submitted at the 65% level for review and comment, addressing comments made at the 50% review. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Structures: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 90% Design for Structures: Perform the required structural analysis, design, and check. Address 65% review comments and revise structural plans and special provisions accordingly. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Structures: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 100% Design for Structures: After receiving the 90% review comments, the structural plans and special provisions shall be revised as needed and submitted to inclusion in the Final plan set Prepare Rating Packages in accordance with the CDOT Bridge Rating Manual. Prepare Structure Field Packages in accordance with the CDOT Bridge Detailing Manual. For each major structure, an independent set of the following items shall be submitted to RTDs Engineering Project Manager and CDOT Staff Bridge (if CDOT is involved): A final submittal letter certifying that the structural plans and specifications have been prepared in accordance with the current design standards of RTD and CDOT. The complete set of final structural plans, special provisions, quantities and estimates. The complete set of final design notes for each bridge, overhead sign structure and retaining wall (including output from computer programs). These notes shall include revisions reconciling any differences between the original design, the independent design check and any design changes resulting from subsequent reviews. The complete set of final independent design check notes for each bridge, overhead sign structure and retaining wall.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES A Field Package for each bridge: The final set of the final quantity calculations as described in the CDOT Bridge Detailing Manual, and a copy of the geology report. When the project involves the replacement, widening, or rehabilitation of an existing structure, the as-constructed plans of the existing structure shall be included in the field package. A Rating Package for each bridge: Rating summary sheet for girders and deck, rating information and hand calculation sheets, rating computer output, and electronic copy of rating input file. Refer to the CDOT Bridge Rating Manual for a description of these items. If CDOT is not involved in the project, submit all required documents to RTD and other participating agencies as directed by RTDs Engineering Project Manager. 5.3.10 Systems / Electrical / Mechanical Requirements A. Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: SCADA, including central control, commuter rail operations maintenance Facility and signals, and communications systems for LRT & CRT. Coordinate with RTD to determine the optimal SCADA system for stations and park-n-Ride alternatives. Make recommendations on the use of closed circuit television (CCTV), passenger information system, emergency phones, and public announcement (PA) systems at all station platforms, structures, and park-nRides. Coordinate with RTD in locating the Central Control. Coordinate with RTD and recommended location and extent of signalized territory, appropriate speed limits, and the number and location of crossings needing gated protection. Make preliminary determination of the Automatic Block Signalization (ABS) segmentation. Incorporate the location and type of switches consistent with the Rail Operating Plan. For LRT, coordinate with RTD to determine the location of various Track-toWayside Communications (TWC) and Automatic Trip Stop (ATS) functions. Prepare preliminary signals single line diagrams including grade crossings. Preliminary cost estimate shall include all signal system elements (signal system, modification to the existing system and signal system elements to include CTC or ABS, as appropriate). Basic Engineering Deliverables for Systems/Electrical/Mechanical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide.. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: Traction Electrification Simulation (TES) Report. Preliminary Sectioning Diagram.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Crossover locations. Station locations Grade crossings. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide.. Final 65% Design for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: Need alignment frozen to proceed with Electrical / Mechanical / Systems design work. Final TES confirmation. Traction Power Station locations need to be established with civil. Signal System Bloc diagrams with Signal House locations. Catenary Pole locations. Communications design and Communication House locations. Manholes and Handholds. Electrical requirements for park-n-Rides. Corrosion control / Cathodic protection designed for bridges, tunnels, utilities, and other necessary facilities. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide.. Final 90% Design for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: Full overhead catenary design. Coordination with Xcel for electrical feeds to Traction Power Stations and other facilities. Corrosion control / Cathodic protection design finalized for bridges, tunnels, utilities, and other necessary facilities. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Provide.. Final 100% Design for Systems / Electrical / Mechanical: Final 90% design comments are incorporated.
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5.3.11 Trackwork Requirements A. Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Trackwork: Geometric layouts should be developed for the reasonable alternatives, including horizontal and vertical alignment. Horizontal and vertical designs should optimize design speed. Additional analysis includes developing cross sections at critical areas, minimum clearance calculations, required track centers, platform locations for each station alternative, and quantity calculations of major items including earthwork.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Provide preliminary plans, profiles, typical sections, cross sections, and cost estimates for trackway and stations for each alternative. Perform rail engineering analysis including ROW needs for each passenger rail service alternative, platform locations for each station alternative, interface with future rail alternatives, identification of all crossings of railroad and roadway (and which crossings require modification), identification of possible track siding locations, and identification of any freight rail tracks adjacent to alignment. Trackwork design efforts shall focus on such issues as: Light/Commuter/Freight rail alignment interface. Mathematized horizontal/vertical centerline alignment. Required horizontal/vertical clearances. Station interface. Identification of specific construction methods preferred. Noise and vibration criteria for trackbed requirements. Optimized track layout to minimize slow speed curves. Confirmation of appropriate rail types and weights. Grading and drainage requirements. Evaluation of track materials. Submittals shall include typical sections, track alignment plans, key maps, plans, profiles, cross sections, and cost estimate. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Trackwork: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Trackwork: Perform any necessary revisions to the trackwork horizontal and vertical layout design, add the special trackwork design, and verify clearances. Document the work with design notes, detail notes and computer output. The Engineer is responsible for the meaning and applicability of all computer generated information. If design interfaces with a freight rail corridor, coordinate design with appropriate freight rail owner and incorporate any freight rail modifications into the design. Update the general layout, as necessary, as design information is received from the other disciplines. Keep the design team apprised of any changes. Prepare any detail drawings required in accordance with RTD Design Criteria. Obtain the current standard drawings and specifications from RTD. Compute the quantities and complete the summary of quantities. Prepare a list of trackwork items that do not meet RTDs minimum design criteria. Submittals shall include typical sections, key maps, plans, profiles, cross sections, special trackwork details, specifications outline, and cost estimate. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Trackwork:
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 65% Design for Trackwork: Trackwork plans and specifications shall be submitted at the 65% level for review and comment, addressing comments made at the 50% review. Perform any required revisions to the trackwork horizontal and vertical layout design, special trackwork design, and verify clearances are still met. Determine if platform locations are still appropriate for station design and track layout. Examine at grade crossings to determine elevation, grade, and cross-slope necessary for both trackway and roadway (prevent roadway warping). Document the work with design notes, detail notes and computer output. Update the general layout, as necessary, as design information is received from the other disciplines. Keep the design team apprised of any changes. Verify horizontal and vertical alignment is coordinated with OCS, TPSS, signal and signal house design. Verify required clearances to these items are met. Prepare any detail drawings required in accordance with RTD Design Criteria. Obtain the current standard drawings and specifications from RTD. Compute the quantities and complete the summary of quantities. Prepare a list of trackwork items that do not meet RTDs minimum design criteria. If design interfaces with a freight rail corridor, verify that current design is acceptable to freight rail owner and coordinate appropriate construction activities/schedule with freight owner. Submittals shall include typical sections, track alignment plans (including curve tables and special trackwork tables), key maps, plans, profiles, cross sections, at-grade crossing details, special trackwork details, track charts, specifications, and cost estimate. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Trackwork: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 90% Design for Trackwork: Address 65% review comments and prepare and submit complete trackwork plans and specifications for inclusion in the 90% design set. Perform any required revisions to the trackwork horizontal and vertical layout design, special trackwork design, and verify clearances are still met. Determine if platform locations are still appropriate for station design and track layout. Determine if elevation, grade, and cross-slope of at-grade crossings is still accurate. Verify that any tail tracks have the appropriate length of tangent to accommodate calculated bumping post tangent required. Document the work with design notes, detail notes and computer output.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Update the general layout, as necessary, as design information is received from the other disciplines. Keep the design team apprised of any changes. Verify horizontal and vertical alignment is coordinated with OCS, TPSS, signal and signal house design. Verify required clearances to these items are met. Prepare any detail drawings required in accordance with RTD Design Criteria. Obtain the current standard drawings and specifications from RTD. Compute the quantities and complete the summary of quantities. Prepare a list of trackwork items that do not meet RTDs minimum design criteria and submit this list to the RTD Engineering Project Manager. If design interfaces with a freight rail corridor, verify that current design is acceptable to freight rail owner and coordinate construction activities with freight owner. Submittals shall include typical sections, track alignment plans (including curve tables and special trackwork tables), key maps, plans, profiles, cross sections, at-grade crossing details, trackwork and special trackwork details, track charts, specifications, and cost estimate. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Trackwork: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Final 100% Design for Trackwork: After receiving the 90% review comments, the trackwork plans and specifications shall be revised as needed and submitted to inclusion in the Final design set. In addition to the list of standard submittals listed in the general section, the complete Field Package for trackwork shall also include typical sections, track alignment plans (including curve tables and special trackwork tables), key maps, plans, profiles, cross sections, at-grade crossing details, trackwork and special trackwork details, track charts, specifications, and cost estimate.
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5.3.12 Traffic Requirements A. Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Traffic: Obtain necessary data, accomplish necessary traffic counts, and develop turning movement data (percentage of trucks, directional split) and make projections at all road crossings of RTD facility. Review accident data and determine desirable safety improvements. Identify requirements for types of crossings (including grade separation, atgrade, and road closures). Recommend appropriate geometry (number of auxiliary lanes, storage lengths, intersection / interchange configuration alternatives, etc) based on traffic projections data.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Develop conceptual signal plans for proposed ramp/arterial intersections. Develop detour alternatives using current traffic counts. Address traffic issues at park-n-Rides (# of parking spaces, circulation in and out of facility, impacts to surrounding roadways, etc.) Proposed design shall be reviewed by CDOT and other local agencies for compatibility with existing signing procedures, and by the PMT for acceptance. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Traffic: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional submittals required. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Traffic: Submit updated the PE Traffic Study for final design efforts. The existing traffic analysis performed for the PE Traffic Study during the EIS phase will be sufficient for all approvals regarding traffic impact and access. Show designed auxiliary and turn lanes at intersections as shown in the preliminary plans. Continue the traffic and street agency and public involvement process. Traffic Signal Timing and Phasing plans shall be developed by the respective local agencies and/or CDOT. Coordinate with these agencies to begin developing plans. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Traffic: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a Traffic Study on the overall impacts toe the project. Final 65% Design for Traffic: Develop and submit suggested construction traffic control plans and traffic detour plans in accordance to the MUTCD. Incorporate standard traffic signal timing and phasing plans and specifications as provided by the respective local agencies into the project plans submitted for 65% review. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Traffic: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: There are no additional deliverables other than implementing the requirements determined from the Traffic Study into the design and showing them on the plan set drawings. Final 90% Design for Traffic: Show Traffic Signal Cabinet locations and coordinations on the plans. Coordinate with the City and State on traffic control and detour plans and include preliminary plans with the 90% submittal. Coordination with the City and State on signal timing and phasing plans and include preliminary plans with the 90% submittal. Coordination with the City and State on signing and striping plans and include preliminary plans with the 90% submittal. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Traffic:
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5.3.13 Utility Requirements The following definitions shall apply to all Utility work designed and/or constructed for RTD projects: Utilities - shall include fiber optic communications, telephone communications, cable television, electric transmission, electric distribution, gas, petroleum, sanitary, steam, and water. A Utility is a privately, publicly or cooperatively owned line, facility or system for producing, transmitting, or distributing communications, cable television, power, electricity, light, heat, gas, oil, crude products, water, steam, waste, or any other similar commodity. Utility Structures shall include electrical power plants and substations, transmission towers, gas pressure stations, pump stations, large vaults and buildings. Utility Appurtenances shall include electric transformers (overhead and pad mounted), fire hydrants, Utility poles, manholes, pedestals, valves, valve boxes, meters, and Utility cabinets. Utility Matrix Spreadsheet formatted by RTD and maintained and continually updated by the Designer with new and revised information, as such information becomes available, for each RTD project. The Matrix documents and tracks the pertinent information for all utilities within the project area. Tabulated information should include, but not limited to, the following columns as applicable: General (Utility Type; Owner; Utility Conflict #) Location Horizontal & Vertical (Corridor Segment; Sheet #; Approx Begin RTD STA; Approx End RTD STA; Nearest On Street; Nearest Begin Street; Nearest End Street; Notes on Location; Encroachment, Parallel, & or Xing to Proposed RTD Alignment; Enters Project Limit or Not; OH or UG; Degree Angle Crossing RTD Tracks; Height if OH / Depth if UP; Proposed Cut/Fill) Existing Utility Detail Information (Carrier Facility Size/Material/LF; Encasement Size/Material/LF; Existing Structures & Appurtenances; Asbestos or Not; Cathodic Protection or Not; Active, Abandoned, Retired, Decommissioned, etc; Notes on Detail Information) Source of Utility Information (Prior Consultant Work / date; Utility Owner Maps / date; Field Verified by Site Visit / date; One-on-One Meeting with Utility Owner / date; Field Verification by Professional Field Survey / date; Field Verified by Potholing / date) Action/Resolution (Action Needed: Protect-in-Place, Abandon, Encase,
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Remove, Relocate, None; Action Needed Due to Conflict With: Bridge, Drainage, Track, Wall, etc; Action Description & Assumptions) Design (Designed by RTD / WO#; Designed by Utility Owner / Project #; Estimated Design Start Date; Estimated Duration for Design; Status of Design %; Design Comments) Construction (Constructed by RTD / WO#; Constructed by Utility Owner / Project #; Estimated Construction Start Date; Estimated Duration for Construction; Status of Construction %; Construction Comments) Railroad Issues (RR MP; RR License Agreement Audit #; RR Agreement Transferred to RTD or Not; Financial Responsibility Based on RR Agreement) Property Interest (Existing; Proposed) Financial Amount (Financial Responsibility / RTD, Utility Owner, Both; RTD $; Utility Owner $; Relocation Due to Others $; Year) Financial Changes ($, Reason) Exhibits (URA & Exhibit C / date sent, date executed; WO Exhibit D / date executed; RTD License Exhibit E / date executed; UORIF Exhibit F / date executed; DRAL Exhibit H / date executed; CRAL Exhibit I / date executed; Addendum Exhibit J) Utility Maps Utility owner drawings collected from the different utility companies that show existing utility owner facilities. Utility Base File CADD file consisting of all Utilities drawn using standard RTD utility line styles, colors, & levels/layers to identify each type of utility (communications, electric, gas, sanitary, water, etc). All edits to existing and proposed Utility linework shall be made to this Base file. This file is referenced into sheet files to produce U-Sheets. U-Sheets Plan Sheets and Plan & Profile sheets and part of the project plan set consistent with the project scale, showing horizontal and vertical information for all existing and proposed Utilities, Utility Appurtenances, and Utility Structures. The drawings shall indicate type of utility (incorporated into the line style in accordance to the RTD CADD Manual), size of facility, whether utilities are OH or UG, the utility owner name, and all utility notes describing the utility work to be done. The U-Sheets shall reference civil, drainage, structural, and trackway base files so that in addition to showing Utility lilnework, the drawings will also show the track alignment, stationing, park-n-Rides, parking, drainage culverts, retaining walls, bridges, tunnels, etc. One-on-One Meetings Meetings held with Utility Owners to establish existing utility information and to coordinate proposed resolutions. RTD utility staff shall take the lead in conducting the One-on-One meetings. The Utility Matrix and Utility Base File information shall be updated during these meetings. Utility Relocation Agreement (URA) A master agreement between RTD and each Utility Owner for a given corridor that addresses the performance of Utility work for that corridor. The agreement specifically addresses roles
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES and responsibilities for performance and cost of Utility work. RTD will typically prepare and execute these agreements. Basic Engineering (DEIS) for Utilities: Document and submit a list of known utility owners for all Utilities within the project study area including contact persons names, addresses, office numbers, cell numbers, fax numbers, and email addresses using UNCC and other means. Contact utility owners for all Utilities in the project area to obtain utility maps of their facilities within the proposed project study area. Coordinate initial contact with RTD. Obtain utility maps from all utility owners identifying utilities located in the project area. Requests and receipt of maps will be coordinated with RTD Utility Engineer. Research license agreements that RTD or other Railroads have for utilities located in the proposed project area. Document legal implications of these agreements on the Utility Matrix. Identify all existing Utilities and Utility Structures within the project limits encroaching, crossing, and parallel to the project corridor. Create a Utility Base File showing these existing Utilities and input each utility along with owner, location, size, material, and other important data to the Utility Matrix. Perform a drive-by Site Visit to become familiarized with the general project area. Conduct a Utility specific Kick-Off meeting with all utility owners identified within the project area. Determine if a Utility or a Utility Structure will affect the preferred alternative and report to RTD. Determine large scale impacts on utilities based on preliminary knowledge of the proposed project and summarize impacts in the Utility Matrix. Prepare U-Sheets showing all existing Utilities, Utility Appurtenances, and Utility Structures within the project study area to be included in the Utility Report. Develop and submit an Order of Magnitude cost estimate for utility work for the project based on information obtained to date and summarize these costs in the Utility Matrix. Basic Engineering Deliverables for Utilities In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit a Finalized Utility Report including: Utility owner contact list. Draft Utility Matrix (including: General, Location (Horizontal), Existing Utility Detail Information, Source Information, Railroad Issues). Colored U-Sheets. Order of Magnitude Cost Estimate.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Summary of existing Utilities and Utility Structures that potentially effect the preferred alternative or result in any large cost impacts or schedule delays. Submit, as part of the project plan set, Utility U-Sheets (Plan Sheets), showing approximate horizontal locations of existing Utilities and related information in accordance with RTD CADD standards. Submit the current Utility Base File to other discipline groups and verify that Utilities are correctly shown on other discipline sheets (civil, drainage, structural, and trackway, etc.). Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50% Design) for Utilities: Review utility plans (CADD) and Utility Matrix to verify that utilities were recorded accurately. Survey (Level B Paint & Locate) existing underground and overhead utilities including manholes rims, pipe inverts and sizes, elevations of overhead lines at lowest sag point. Make sure survey resolves any confusions or conflicts in existing utility information. Perform a thorough site visit. Walk thru the project corridor with a current set of Utility drawings and the Utility Matrix and identify any specific areas of confusion to be addressed with the survey and with utility owners. Record which Utilities were field verified and add field notes to the Utility Matrix. Update the Utility Matrix and Utility Base File to include the new information gathered from the survey and site visit. Identify which existing utilities are likely to be in conflict with the project and indicate these on the Utility Matrix. Contact each utility owner in the project area and set up One-on-One meetings. Send a set of Utility Composite Maps to each utility owner and ask them to review the Utility Composite Maps before the meeting, and to bring any Utility Maps, as-built drawings, details on size, material, & depth of each facility, and any property-rights documentation they may have. Conduct One-on-One meetings with utility owners. Confirm locations of owners existing utility facilities. Discuss potential impacts with owners facilities and potential resolutions, (ie. protect-in-place, abandon, adjust, modify, relocated, etc.). Record information learned during these meetings directly into Utility Matrix and Utility Base File. Verify with the utility owner that their existing utility facility is shown accurately on the Utility Base File. Record horizontal and vertical locations, size and material (esp. asbestos pipes) of existing facilities according to owners. Determine if utility owners have plans to remove or abandon any existing utilities, and if they have plans for future new installations prior to or during project construction.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Determine from utility owners documents how their existing utility facilities are accommodate in its existing location (easement, permit, public ROW, etc). Identify which existing utilities shall remain protected in place, which shall be removed and relocated, and which shall be abandoned in place and reflect these resolutions on the Utility Matrix and Base File. Negotiate roles and responsibilities on relocating existing utilities. Establish who will design and who will construct each relocated, modified, abandoned, etc. utility. Identify all relocations that can occur before the proposed construction project and which relocations need to take place during the proposed construction project. Discuss project needs for new utilities (power sources, water line, etc). Identify environmental impacts for existing utilities and proposed relocations. Discuss who will be responsible to mitigate the environmental impact (including design, implementation, & financial responsibilities). Discuss durations for design and construction of relocations. Determine if any Utilities have seasonal restrictions and show this information on the Utility Matrix. Obtain standards and specifications for utility relocations that will be designed by RTD design Consultants. Perform site visits with utility owners as needed to resolve relocation issues. Identify pothole needs. Prepare pothole plan, pothole & survey. Update Utility Base File & Utility Matrix based on information obtained during One-on-One meetings and assign conflict #s to each Utility. Coordinate with Utility Owners & RTDs ROW department to identify property acquisitions, easements, and right-of-way changes that may be required to accommodate proposed relocations. Begin coordinating with Utility Owners and RTDs ROW department on efforts to acquire necessary property and easements required for relocations. Include this information in the Utility Matrix and reference the current ROW Base File to the Utility drawings to show this information. Provide this information to the RTD ROW manager. Coordinate with RTDs Environmental group to identify any environmental impacts related to utilities and include this information in the Utility Matrix and show of the drawings. Begin preparing URAs. Advanced Preliminary Engineering (50%) Deliverables for Utilities: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit the updated Utility Matrix (including: General, Location (Horizontal & Vertical), Existing Utility Detail Information, Source of Utility Information,
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Action/Resolution, Railroad Issues, Financial Amount) with assigned conflict #s. Submit, as part of the project plan set, Utility U-Sheets (Plan Sheets), showing final surveyed horizontal locations of existing Utilities, preliminary horizontal locations of proposed resolutions including relocation locations, conflict numbers, construction notes, and all other related information in accordance with RTD CADD standards. Submit the current Utility Base File to other discipline groups and verify that Utilities are correctly shown on other discipline sheets (civil, drainage, structural, and trackway, etc.). Submit a copy of the 50% plan set to Utility Owners for review and comment and copy RTD on the submittal. When utility owners comment, submit a copy of utility owner comments to RTD. Final 65% Design for Utilities: Perform final subsurface utility engineering as required to facilitate critical design issues including completion of any remaining survey and pothole work. Provide records of all collected data to RTD. Prepare Utility plan sheets showing all existing Utilities and all proposed resolutions of Utility impacts including where the utility will be relocated, utility notes needed to construct the work, and indicate who will be doing the construction (contractor or Utility Owner). Prepare Profiles, for each Utility relocation and modification, showing the existing, abandon, and proposed utilities and locations of drainage and irrigation facilities, track and structures. Review all plan sheets to determine if there are any interdisciplinary conflicts and for constructability and determine whether any of the utility conflicts can be eliminated or reduced. Add any utility owner notes or special notes to the plan sheets needed to assist the contractor in constructing the proposed project. Review other disciplinary sheets to verify that the existing, abandoned, and proposed Utilities are shown correctly on the respective discipline sheets. Identify required power sources for traction power station, LRT stations, parking garages, irrigation controllers, platform & parking lot lighting, traffic signals and any other equipment that requires electrical feeds and show these on the plans. Identify locations for water taps and sanitary sewer facilities and show these on the plans. Meet with Utility Owners as required to finalize design effort coordination and to discuss any changes to the project that may affect their facilities. May also need to schedule several utility companies in the same meeting to coordinate construction phasing. Provide information to the utility owners as required for them to complete their designs.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Obtain any remaining documentation from utility owners that shows real property interest for existing utilities. Make final determination of roles and responsibilities for design and construction between RTD and the Utility Owner. Begin utility relocation design for early action utility relocations. Begin talks on how Utility relocations will have to be coordinated with other discipline construction work and the overall project. Schedule early action relocation construction. Finalize Utility construction sequencing. Continue coordinating with Utility Owners and RTDs ROW department on efforts to acquire necessary property and easements required for relocations and include this information in the Utility Matrix and reference the current ROW Base File to the Utility drawings to show this information. Provide this information to the RTD ROW manager. Coordinate with RTDs Environmental group to address any environmental impacts related to utilities. Begin executing URAs. Prepare and process Work Orders for early Utility Relocations. Final 65% Design Deliverables for Utilities: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit the updated Utility Matrix (including: General, Location (Horizontal & Vertical), Existing Utility Detail Information, Source of Utility Information, Action/Resolution, Design, Railroad Issues, Property Interests, Financial Amount, Exhibits). Submit, as part of the project plan set, Utility U-Sheets (Plan Sheets and Plan & Profile Sheets), showing final surveyed horizontal locations of existing Utilities, final horizontal and vertical locations of proposed resolutions including relocation locations, conflict numbers, construction notes, general Utility note sheets, and all other related information in accordance with RTD CADD standards. Submit the current Utility Base File to other discipline groups and verify that Utilities are correctly shown on other discipline sheets (civil, drainage, structural, and trackway, etc.). Submit a copy of the 65% utility designs to appropriate Utility Owners for review and comment and copy RTD on the submittal. When utility owners comment, submit a copy of utility owner comments to RTD. Final 90% Design for Utilities: Add a list of the contact persons name, address, office number, cell number, and email address for each utility in conflict with the project to the General Notes section of the Plan Set or to the Utility Specifications. Place all utility owner notes on the utility notes sheet and any special note about a utility needs on the specific plan sheet. Show all early relocated utilities as existing utilities on the plan and profile sheets.
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EDG 4 PROJECT DESIGN PROCEDURES ENGINEERING DESIGN GUIDELINES Delete all Utilities that have been removed as part of the early relocation construction from the final set of plans. Make final changes and updates to the plans, profiles, cross sections, and estimate for Utility rlated issues. Issue DRALs (Design Relocation Acceptance Letters) when all Work Orders have been executed and the set of plans are ready for advertisement. Coordinate with RTDs ROW department to finalize any property acquisitions, right-of-way changes, and easements needed for proposed Public Utility relocations and include this information in the Utility Matrix and show on the drawings. Provide this information to the RTD ROW manager. Finalize coordinate with RTDs Environmental department for Utility related issues and include this information in the Utility matrix and show on the drawings. Provide this information to the RTD Environmental manager. Finish executing URAs . Prepare and process Work Orders for Utility Relocations. Final 90% Design Deliverables for Utilities: In addition to the General submittal requirements listed in this procedure: Submit the updated Utility Matrix (including: General, Location (Horizontal & Vertical), Existing Utility Detail Information, Source of Utility Information, Action/Resolution, Design, Construction, Railroad Issues, Property Interests, Financial Amount, Financial Changes, Exhibits). Submit, as part of the project plan set, Utility U-Sheets (Plan Sheets and Plan & Profile Sheets), showing final surveyed horizontal locations of existing Utilities, final horizontal and vertical locations of proposed resolutions including relocation locations, casing design, cathodic protection, utility structure and appurtenance designs, etc., the vertical location shown in profile of all crossing facilities (drainage, structures, etc.) for each relocation design, conflict numbers, construction notes, general Utility note sheets, and all other related information in accordance with RTD CADD standards. Submit the current Utility Base File to other discipline groups and verify that Utilities are correctly shown on other discipline sheets (civil, drainage, structural, and trackway, etc.). Submit a copy of the 90% utility designs to appropriate Utility Owners for review and comment and copy RTD on the submittal. When utility owners comment, submit a copy of utility owner comments to RTD. Final 100% Design for Utilities: Submit a final set of plans to each utilities owner with utility conflicts in the project area. Execute all remaining Work Orders and URAs. File all Signed URAs (Utility Relocation Agreements) with RTDs Document Control.
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