Checklist Items

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

Review Stages Required for this project: _____% _____% _____% 100%
Date review Completed for each stage:

Current Review Stage: _____%

PROJECT INFORMATION
CSJ/PROJECT ID: HWY: DATE:
Functional Classification: Design Standard:

GENERAL PROCEDURES
General:

Done
Request any missing project documentation. ☐
Request documentation regarding Design Exceptions if needed. ☐
Determine if the project is Major or Other based upon the Project Estimate Major ☐

• For Major projects with an estimated cost of $500,000,000 or more, request a Project Other ☐
Management Plan (PMP), an Initial Financial Plan (IFP), and annual updates (FP), N/A ☐
including a phasing plan as applicable. Note that for projects with phasing plans, the

total cost of the overall project is used to determine whether the Project meets the
$500,000,000 threshold.
• For Other Projects with an estimated cost of $100,000,000 to $500,000,000, and not
covered by subsection 106(h), request an Initial Financial Plan (IFP) and annual
updates (FP). These documents must be made available for review by the
Transportation Secretary upon request.
Note if the roadway is on the Texas Highway Freight Network (THFN). ☐
Determine the project’s functional classification and design speed. Use the Statewide Planning Map to verify ☐
the functional classification.
Determine if a VE study should be considered. Find the total project cost in TXDOTCONNECT. ☐

GENERAL PROCEDURES FOR SUBSEQUENT PRELIM PS&E REVIEWS Done

Retrieve file folder and verify all relevant documentation is included (see list below). ☐
Verify that ALL previous comments were addressed. ☐
Follow relevant steps from “General Procedures” on previous page. ☐

1
Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION
Not
SUPPORTING DOCUMENT CHECKLIST Included N/A
Included
Design Summary Report (DSR) – ensure the DSR is
up-to-date, criteria are being followed, and ENV ☐ ☐ ☐
commitments are being addressed in the plans.
Form 1002 (all pages) ☐ ☐ ☐
StageGate Checklist Form 2443 ☐ ☐ ☐
EPIC Sheet ☐ ☐ ☐
Safety Scoring Tool ☐ ☐ ☐
Initial Score: _______ Final Score: _______
Frontage Road Briefing Document (FRBD) ☐ ☐ ☐
Note: For new frontage roads
VE Study Form 2052 ☐ ☐ ☐
Advance Funding Agreement (AFA) ☐ ☐ ☐
Design Exception (DE) package, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Interstate Access Justification Report (IAJR), if ☐ ☐ ☐
applicable

PLAN SET CHECKLIST Included Not Included N/A

Title Sheet ☐ ☐ ☐
Project Layout ☐ ☐ ☐
Existing and Proposed Typical Sections ☐ ☐ ☐
Conceptual Sequence of Work and Traffic Control Plans ☐ ☐ ☐
Survey Control Data Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Horizontal Alignment Data ☐ ☐ ☐
Roadway Plan & Profile Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Street Plan & Profile Sheets - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Intersection & Ramp Plan & Profile Sheet, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Drainage Area Maps - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Culvert Computations - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Culvert Plan-Profile Sheets - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Bridge Hydraulic Data Sheets - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Bridge and Br-Class Culvert Layouts - If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Index of Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Preliminary Summary of Quantities Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Removal Plans ☐ ☐ ☐
Temporary Shoring Details - If applicable. ☐ ☐ ☐
Paving Contour and Grading Plans ☐ ☐ ☐
Miscellaneous Paving Details ☐ ☐ ☐
Driveway Plan & Profiles ☐ ☐ ☐
Storm Sewer Plan & Profile sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Drainage Detail Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Pavement Markings ☐ ☐ ☐
2

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

PLAN SET CHECKLIST Included Not Included N/A
Signs ☐ ☐ ☐
Summary of Small & Large Signs, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Signalization and Illumination, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
ITS, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
EPIC Sheet ☐ ☐ ☐
SW3P Plans ☐ ☐ ☐
Required Standards (listed on Index of Sheets only) ☐ ☐ ☐
Bridge and Br-Class Culvert Layouts, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Retaining and Sound Wall Layouts, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Railroad Exhibits – If applicable• ☐ ☐ ☐
Preliminary Special Structural Elements – If applicable
Temporary Signals During Construction – If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Aesthetic Concepts of Bridges and Walls – If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Railroad Exhibits, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Preliminary Special Structural Elements, if applicable ☐ ☐ ☐
Landscape – If applicable ☐ ☐ ☐

PLAN SET REVIEW

GENERAL Y N N/A
All relevant sheets should be signed and seal (90% and above) ☐ ☐ ☐
All geometrics should comply with desirable design criteria specified in the Roadway Design Manual (RDM).
Determine existing roadway conditions and posted speed. Make note of sidewalks, frontage road gaps,
development etc.
ESTIMATE (90% Prelim PS&E and above) Y N N/A
Verify the quantities shown on the estimate match the Summary of Quantity Sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the quantity shown for Bid Item 502 matches the Contract Time sheet, Form 1002 and ☐ ☐ ☐
TXDOTCONNECT.
Verify there are no unit price errors on the estimate. (Print the “Combined” estimate using ☐ ☐ ☐
ROSCOE)
LIST OF GOVERNING SPECIFICATIONS (90% Prelim PS&E and above) Y N N/A
Verify that all required specifications are listed. (Refer to the “Required Specifications Checklist” ☐ ☐ ☐
for details)
GENERAL NOTES (90% Prelim PS&E and above) Y N N/A
Verify each item on the general notes is also listed on the list of governing specifications. ☐ ☐ ☐
INTERSTATE ACCESS JUSTIFICATION REPORT Y N N/A
Determine if an IAJR is required. If so, ensure the ramp locations in the PS&E match the ☐ ☐ ☐
locations provided in the schematic.

TITLE SHEET Y N N/A

Is there a preliminary Engineer’s Seal & Date? ☐ ☐ ☐
Is the Design Stage (30%, 60% etc.) indicated? ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that Traffic Data is provided. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the Roadway and Project Limits match the DSR. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the limits, project length, type of work, and scope of work matches the ☐ ☐ ☐
TXDOTCONNECT.
Verify that the stations and reference markers at the project begin and end limits shown on the ☐ ☐ ☐
vicinity map match TXDOTCONNECT and the project layout.
3

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

TITLE SHEET Y N N/A
Verify that the Functional Classification matches the Statewide Planning Map. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the Functional Classifications of all roadways match the DSR, TXDOTCONNECT, and ☐ ☐ ☐
Form 1002, page 3.
Verify the design speeds for all roadways match the DSR and form 1002. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the Design Speeds match the design standard and functional classification per the

RDM for each roadway type.

Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐
Ramps ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Roads ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐

INDEX OF SHEETS Y N N/A

Verify that the index of sheets is provided (beginning with 60%PS&E). ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the most recent versions of standards are used. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the order and numbering of sheets shown matches the actual plan set. ☐ ☐ ☐

STANDARDS Y N N/A
Verify that the most recent version of each standard is used. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that more than 1 type of CSB is provided. (i.e. REACTT and TRACC) ☐ ☐ ☐
PROPOSED TYPICAL SECTIONS Y N N/A
Verify stationing and geometrics match the plan view. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify roadway cross slopes match the plan view. ☐ ☐ ☐

Des-meets or exceeds desirable Min-meets or exceeds the minimum

DM-doesn’t meet criteria N/A-not applicable

Des Min DM N/A

Verify the lane widths.
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Turning Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Speed Change Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
 Ramps ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Road ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify shoulder widths
Main Lane Outside and Inside Shoulders ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Ramp Outside and Inside Shoulders ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Road Outside and Inside Shoulders ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets on-system meet criteria and/or off-system match existing ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify curb offsets
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Roads ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify median widths
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
4

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

Des Min DM N/A
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify lateral offsets to structures
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Roads ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify clear zone widths.
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Roads ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Ramps ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify sidewalks widths and offsets.
Main Lanes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Frontage Roads ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Cross Streets ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify pedestrian and bicycle accommodations are provided.
Verify sidewalk widths and cross slopes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify Shared-Use Paths widths and cross slopes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify Shared-Use Lane widths and cross slopes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify ditch front and back slopes ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Ensure that roadside barriers are included as needed ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify accommodations for bicyclists have been provided. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

PROJECT LAYOUT Y N N/A

Verify that the begin and end project limits are consistent with the limits shown on the title sheet ☐ ☐ ☐
and plan sheet.

TRAFFIC CONTROL Y N N/A

Verify a construction sequence and phasing sheets are provided ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the typical sections are provided ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the lane widths are equal to or above 11FT ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the barrier offsets are 2FT min. ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the temporary horizontal alignment meets design criteria per the RDM ☐ ☐ ☐
REMOVAL LAYOUT Y N N/A
Verify quantities shown on the layout sheets match the Summary of Quantity sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Are existing roadways and structures to be removed shown? ☐ ☐ ☐

Des-meets or exceeds desirable Min-meets or exceeds the minimum

DM-doesn’t meet criteria N/A-not applicable

PLAN & PROFILE - FOR ALL PROPOSED ROADWAYS Des Min DM N/A
HORIZONTAL ALIGNMENTS
Verify all radii based upon the design speed. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
SUPERELEVATION
Verify rates are appropriate for the speed and radius. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the lengths of transitions. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
5

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

PLAN & PROFILE - FOR ALL PROPOSED ROADWAYS Des Min DM N/A
Verify the placement within the curves. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Check if any zero cross-slope points within the superelevation transitions are in the ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
vicinity of the bottom of sag curves or top of crest curves
VERTICAL ALIGNMENTS
Verify that all grades are less than the maximum grade. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the minimum K-values of the crest and sag vertical curves ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the lengths of the vertical curves ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the vertical clearances at bridges. If the roadway is on the Freight Network (THFN), ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
verify that the required 18.5’ vertical clearance is provided.
Verify that the vertical clearances at railroads are compliant with design criteria. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Railroad grade separations: Is sufficient room for vertical and horizontal clearances
provided?
Note: RR guidelines vary for different entities and often change. In some instances, and ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
if feasible, bridge overpasses should allow for future track additions. Refer to RR Division
guidance.
RAMPS
Verify ramp design speeds ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that Ramp alignments are provided, and that they are separate from the Frontage ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Road Alignments.
Verify there is no direct access to ramps ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the proper main lane spacing is provided between ramps ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐

FRONTAGE ROADS
Verify that Pedestrian and Bicyclist Accommodations are shown. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Check that driveway access and intersecting streets are beyond the recommended ramp ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
access control distances
CLEAR ZONE
Verify all physical impediments are (in order of preference) removed, made breakaway,
moved outside of the clear zone to the maximum extent reasonable, or shielded ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
appropriately.
Verify traffic signal cabinets, RR crossing apparatuses, signal poles, and other
impediments that might be in the clear zone are moved as far as feasible and/or shielded ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
if necessary.
Check that grading and/or riprap is specified where appropriate for foundations.
CROSS STREETS
Verify that the design of the cross streets meet or exceed existing conditions. (If existing ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
alignment remains)
Verify that the vertical clearance at cross streets meets the vertical clearance criteria. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the lengths of speed change lanes, turn lanes and storage bays. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify Roadway Detail Sheets are provided as needed ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
DRIVEWAYS
Verify the radii meet criteria specified in RDM Appendix C ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify the grades meet criteria specified in RDM Appendix C ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that Driveway Details are provided as needed, i.e. curb transition details. ☐ ☐ ☐ ☐
SW3P Y N N/A
Verify quantities shown on the layout sheet match the Summary of Quantity sheets ☐ ☐ ☐
Verify that the information shown on the EPIC sheet is consistent with the Stagegate Checklist. ☐ ☐ ☐
ENVIRONMENTAL/ EPIC SHEET Y N N/A
Verify sensitive environmental areas are shown on the layout sheets (cultural resources, ☐ ☐ ☐
wetland and stream areas, endangered species areas, vegetation protection zones, etc.)
6

Engineering Review Checklist Appendix A

PLAN & PROFILE - FOR ALL PROPOSED ROADWAYS Des Min DM N/A
Verify the ordinary high water marks for jurisdictional waters (Section II of EPIC sheet) are ☐ ☐ ☐
shown in profile view.
Verify any other environmental call outs or notes are added to layouts in accordance with the ☐ ☐ ☐
EPIC sheet.
DRAINAGE Y N N/A
Cross-drainage structures should be shown in the profile view, indicating that the roadway ☐ ☐ ☐
profile provides sufficient clearance.
Rivers, major stream crossings, and FEMA floodplain areas should reflect the anticipated water ☐ ☐ ☐
surface for the required design event (refer to the Hydraulic Design Manual).

COMMENTS
SUPPORTING DOCUMENTATION
PLAN SET

7
Map to verify ☐
nual (RDM).
et ☐ ☐ ☐