HomeMy WebLinkAboutMINUTES - 12071999 - SD3 TO: BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
FROM: J. MICHAEL WALFORD, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
DATE: DECEMBER 7, 1999
SUBJECT: ENGINEERING MANUALS
SPECIFIC REQUEST(S)OR RECOMMENDATIONS)&BACKGROUND AND JUSTIFICATION
I. Recommended Action:
RECOGNIZE that the Public Works Department and Flood Control and Water Conservation
District use the current versions of appropriate engineering manuals and specifications
in the course of their work, as those manuals and specifications are modified by County
ordinance. Further recognize that exceptions in the application of the provisions within
the manuals, will be made from time to time by the Public Works Director or the Director's
designee. Where a choice of standards exists, the Director or designee will determine the
applicable standard under the circumstances.
11. Financial Impact:
None
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Contact: Carrie Rodda(313-2235) an action taken and ntered on the minutes of the
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County Counsel
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PHIL BATCHELOR,Clerk of the Board
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ENGINEERING MANUALS
December 7, 1999
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III. Reason for Recommendation and Background:
The manuals and specifications listed herein are generally accepted in California as
standards in the field of civil engineering. By recognizing their use, the Board will reduce
public misunderstandings and further the achievement of consistency in improvement plan
and construction plan submittal.
Recognized Manuals:
County Standard Plans
County Special Provisions
CalTrans Traffic Manual
CalTrans CADD Users Manual of Instructions
CalTrans Drafting and Plans Manual of Instructions
CalTrans Standard Plans
CalTrans Standard Specifications
CalTrans Construction Manual
CalTrans Highway Design Manual
CalTrans Bridge Design Specifications and Details
CalTrans Bridge Practice
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices
AASHTO Roadside Design Guide
AASHTO Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets
IV. Consequences of Negative Action:
Not recognizing the standards currently used by the Public Works Department may lead
to inconsistent staff interpretations and confusion on the part of the professional and
general public.