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SECTION C – FOREST SERVICE SUPPLEMENTAL SPECIFICATIONS

The U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-03, U.S. Customary Units and its revisions are included by reference only. Also applicable, but not listed, is any other section or subsection of the included Specification(s) or any specific standard or specification referenced therein. The requirements contained in these specifications are hereby made a part of this Solicitation for Bid and any resulting contract.

A copy of the U.S. Department of Transportation, Federal Highway Administration, Standard Specifications for Construction of Roads and Bridges on Federal Highway Projects, FP-03, U.S. Customary Units can be obtained at the following locations:

Superintendent of Documents U.S. Government Printing Office Internet: bookstore.gpo.gov Phone: (toll free) 866.512.1800 Fax: 202.512.2250 Mail: Stop SSOP, Washington, DC 20402-0001 They can also be downloaded directly at the following website:

http://flh.fhwa.dot.gov/resources/pse/specs/ The following Forest Service Supplemental Specifications are revisions to the Standard Specifications that incorporate specification changes or additions that are specific requirements and unique to this particular project. The specifications are herein modified as follows.

Table of Contents

Introduction1
Table of Contents2
Preface5
101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions5
101.01 Meaning of Terms5
101.03 Abbreviations.5
101.04 Definitions.6
102 Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract8
103 - Scope of Work8
Deletions8
104 - Control of Work8
Deletions8
104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor8
105 - Control of Material8
105.02 Material Sources.8
105.02(a) Government-provided sources.9
105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work.9
106 - Acceptance of Work9
106.07 Delete9
107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public9
107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims.9
107.06 Contractor’s Responsibility for Work.9
107.09 Legal Relationship of the Parties.9
107.10 Environmental Protection.10
108 - Prosecution and Progress10
108 Delete.10
109 - Measurement and Payment11
109 Deletions11
109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.11
152 - Construction Survey and Staking11
152.02 General.12
Table 152-1 Tolerances for reestablishing P-line, traverse, and elevations.15
Table 152-2 Cross section and slope stake tolerances.16
155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts17
155 Delete.17
203 - Removal of Structures and Obstructions17
203.01 Description.17
203.04 Removing Material.17
208 - Structure Excavation and Backfill for Selected Major Structures17
208.04 General.17
251 - Riprap18
251.03 General.18
301 - Untreated Aggregate Courses19
301 Title Change.19
301.01 Work.19
301.02 Material.19
301.03 General.20
301.04 Mixing and Spreading.20
301.05 Compacting21
301.06 Surface Tolerance.21
Table 301-1—Acceptance Sampling and Testing Requirements.23
301.08(b) Plasticity Index.23
Table 301-1 Field Density Requirements.24
571 - Prefabricated Bridges25
571.1227
571.1328
625 - Turf Establishment28
625.03 General.28
625.04 Preparing Seedbed.28
625.05 Watering.28
625.07 Seeding. (a) Dry method.28
625.07 Seeding. (b) Hydraulic method.28
648 - Stream Simulation29
703 - Aggregate30
703.05 Subbase, Base, Surface Course, and Screened Aggregate.30
705 - Rock34
705.02 Riprap Rock.34
705.07 Streambed Simulation Rock.35
705.08 Channel Rock.36
718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material37
718.05 Aluminum Panels37

Preface Preface_wo_03_15_2004_m Delete all but the first paragraph and add the following:

The Forest Service, US Department of Agriculture has adopted FP-03 for construction of National Forest System Roads.

101 - Terms, Format, and Definitions 101.00_nat_us_07_25_2005

101.01_nat_us_01_22_2009

101.01 Meaning of Terms

Delete all references to the TAR (Transportation Acquisition Regulations) in the specifications.

101.03_nat_us_06_16_2006

101.03 Abbreviations.

Add the following to (a) Acronyms:

AFPA

MSHA

NIST

NESC

WCLIB

American Forest and Paper Association Mine Safety and Health Administration National Institute of Standards and Technology National Electrical Safety Code West Coast Lumber Inspection Bureau

Add the following to (b) SI symbols:

mp
Milepost
ppm
Part Per Million

101.04_nat_us_03_29_2007

101.04 Definitions.

Delete the following definitions and substitute the following:

Bid Schedule--The Schedule of Items.

Bridge--No definition.

Contractor--The individual or legal entity contracting with the Government for performance of prescribed work. In a timber sale contract, the contractor is the “purchaser”.

Culvert--No definition.

Right-of-Way--A general term denoting (1) the privilege to pass over land in some particular line (including easement, lease, permit, or license to occupy, use, or traverse public or private lands), or (2) Real property necessary for the project, including roadway, buffer areas, access, and drainage areas.

Add the following:

Adjustment in Contract Price--“Equitable adjustment,” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “construction cost adjustment,” as used in the Timber Sale Contract, as applicable.

Change--“Change” means “change order” as used in the Federal Acquisition Regulations, or “design change” as used in the Timber Sale Contract.

Design Quantity--“Design quantity” is a Forest Service method of measurement from the FS-96 Forest Service Specifications for the Construction of Roads and Bridges. Under these FP specifications this term is replaced by the term “Contract Quantities”.

Forest Service--The United States of America, acting through the Forest Service, U.S. Department of Agriculture.

Neat Line--A line defining the proposed or specified limits of an excavation or structure.

Pioneer Road--Temporary construction access built along the route of the project.

Purchaser--The individual, partnership, joint venture, or corporation contracting with the Government under the terms of a Timber Sale Contract and acting independently or through agents, employees, or subcontractors.

Protected Streamcourse--A drainage shown on the plans or timber sale area map that requires designated mitigation measures.

Road Order--An order affecting and controlling traffic on roads under Forest Service jurisdiction. Road Orders are issued by a designated Forest Officer under the authorities of 36 CFR, part 260.

Schedule of Items--A schedule in the contract that contains a listing and description of construction items, quantities, units of measure, unit price, and amount.

Utilization Standards--The minimum size and percent soundness of trees described in the specifications to determine merchantable timber.

Add Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms:

Figure 101-1—Illustration of road structure terms.

102 - Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract 102.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 102 Bid, Award, and Execution of Contract

Delete Section 102 in its entirety.

103 - Scope of Work 103.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 Deletions

Delete all but subsection 103.01 Intent of Contract.

104 - Control of Work 104.00_nat_us_06_16_2006 Deletions

Delete Sections 104.01, 104.02, and 104.04.

104.06_nat_us_02_17_2005 Add the following subsection:

104.06 Use of Roads by Contractor

The Contractor is authorized to use roads under the jurisdiction of the Forest Service for all activities necessary to complete this contract, subject to the limitations and authorizations designated in the Road Order(s) or described in the contract, when such use will not damage the roads or national forest resources, and when traffic can be accommodated safely.

105 - Control of Material 105.02_nat_us_01_18_2007

105.02 Material Sources.

105.02(a) Government-provided sources.

Add the following:

Comply with the requirements of 30 CFR 56, subparts B and H. Use all suitable material for aggregate regardless of size unless otherwise designated. When required, re-establish vegetation in disturbed areas according to section 625.

105.05_nat_us_05_12_2004

105.05 Use of Material Found in the Work.

Delete 105.05 (a) and (b) and the last sentence of the second paragraph and substitute the following:

Materials produced or processed from Government lands in excess of the quantities required for performance of this contract are the property of the Government. The Government is not obligated to make reimbursement for the cost of producing these materials.

106 - Acceptance of Work 106.07_nat_us_05_11_2004

106.07 Delete

Delete subsection 106.07.

107 - Legal Relations and Responsibility to the Public 107.05_nat_us_05_11_2004

107.05 Responsibility for Damage Claims.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.06_nat_us_06_16_2006

107.06 Contractor’s Responsibility for Work.

Delete the following from the first paragraph.

“except as provided in Subsection 106.07”.

107.09_nat_us_06_16_2006

107.09 Legal Relationship of the Parties.

Delete the entire subsection.

107.10_nat_us_06_16_2006

107.10 Environmental Protection.

Add the following:

Design and locate equipment repair shops, stationary refueling sites, or other facilities to minimize the potential and impacts of hazardous material spills on Government land.

Before beginning any work, submit a Hazardous Spill Plan. List actions to be taken in the event of a spill. Incorporate preventive measures to be taken, such as the location of mobile refueling facilities, storage and handling of hazardous materials, and similar information. Immediately notify the CO of all hazardous material spills. Provide a written narrative report form no later than 24 hours after the initial report and include the following:

· Description of the item spilled (including identity, quantity, manifest number, and other identifying information).

· Whether amount spilled is EPA or state reportable, and if so whether it was reported, and to whom.

· Exact time and location of spill including a description of the area involved.

· Containment procedures.

· Summary of any communications the Contractor had with news media, Federal, state and local regulatory agencies and officials, or Forest Service officials.

· Description of clean-up procedures employed or to be employed at the site including final disposition and disposal location of spill residue.

When available provide copies of all spill related clean up and closure documentation and correspondence from regulatory agencies.

The Contractor is solely responsible for all spills or leaks that occur during the performance of this contract. Clean up spills or leaks to the satisfaction of the CO and in a manner that complies with Federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

108 - Prosecution and Progress 108.00_nat_us_02_16_2005 108 Delete.

Delete Section 108 in its entirety.

109 - Measurement and Payment 109.00_nat_us_02_17_2005 109 Deletions Delete the following entire subsections:

109.06 Pricing of Adjustments.

109.07 Eliminated Work.

109.08 Progress Payments.

109.09 Final Payment.

109.02_nat_us_06_16_2006

109.02 Measurement Terms and Definitions.

(b) Contract quantity.

Add the following:

Contract quantities will be adjusted only when there are errors in the original design of 15% or more.

Change the following:

“(b) Cubic yard” to “(c) Cubic yard”.

Add the following definition:

(p) Thousand Board Feet (Mbf). 1,000 board feet based on nominal widths, thickness, and extreme usable length of each piece of lumber or timber actually incorporated in the job. For glued laminated timber, 1,000 board feet based on actual width, thickness, and length of each piece actually incorporated in the job.

152 - Construction Survey and Staking 152.00_nat_us_08_05_2005 Description

152.01(c) Material.

Add the following:

Use required stake dimensions and materials. Pre-paint the top 2 inches of all stakes and lath, or mark them with plastic flagging. Use designated colors for paint or flagging. Mark all stakes with a stake pencil that leaves a legible imprint, or with waterproof ink.

Do not use aerosol spray paints.

Use moisture-resistant paper for survey notes. Keep notes in books with covers that will protect the contents and retain the pages in numerical sequence.

Construction Requirements

152.02 General.

Delete the first two sentences.

Add the following:

When indicated on the plans, a preliminary survey line has been established on the ground. The project location line is established by offsets from this preliminary line.

Delete second sentence in second paragraph and replace with the following:

Reestablish missing reference, control lines, or stakes as necessary to control subsequent construction staking operations

152.03 Survey and Staking Requirements.

(b) Roadway cross-sections.

Replace the first two sentences with the following:

Take roadway cross-sections normal to centerline. When the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 200 feet, take cross-sections at a maximum centerline spacing of 25 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater that 200 feet take cross-sections at a maximum centerline spacing of 80 feet.

c) Slope Stakes & References:

Replace section with the following:

Slope stakes and references. When required, locate slope stakes on designated portions of the road. Locate the slope stake catch points and use them to establish clearing limits and slope stake references.

Mark slope stakes with the station, the amount of cut or fill, the horizontal distance to centerline, and the slope ratios.

Place slope reference stakes at least 10 feet outside the clearing limit and mark with the offset distance to the slope stake. Place sight stakes when required.

Prior to clearing and grubbing operations, move the slope stake outside the clearing limit to the slope reference stake. After clearing and grubbing and before excavation, reset the slope stakes in their original position.

Use the designated method to establish the slope stake catchpoint.

· Method I—Computed Method. Use the template information shown in the plans or other Government-provided data to calculate the actual location of the catchpoint. The slope stake “catchpoint distance” provided may be used as a trial location to initiate slope staking. Recatch slope stakes on any section that does not match the staking report within the tolerances established in Table 152-2.

· Method II—Catchpoint Measurement Method. Determine the location of slope stake catchpoints by measuring the catchpoint distances shown in the plans or other Government-provided data.

(d) Clearing and grubbing limits.

Add the following:

Establish clearing limits on each side of the location line by measuring the required horizontal or slope distances shown in the stake notes. Mark the clearing limits with flagging or tags on trees to be left standing, or on lath. Make markings intervisible, and no more than 90 feet apart.

After establishing clearing limits, move the location line stake outside the clearing limits for station identification purposes, and mark it with horizontal distance to location line

(e) Centerline reestablishment.

Replace with the following:

Reestablish centerline from instrument control points. The maximum spacing between centerline points is 25 feet when the centerline curve radius is less than or equal to 200 feet. When the centerline curve radius is greater than 200 feet, the maximum distance between centerline points is 80 feet.

(g) Culverts.

Replace subsection with the following:

Set culvert reference stakes at all culvert locations. Set a culvert reference stake on the centerline of the culvert 10 feet from each end or beyond the clearing limit, whichever is greater. Record the following on culvert reference stakes:

(1) Diameter, actual field measured length, and type of culvert.

(2) The vertical and horizontal distance from the reference stake to the invert at the ends of the culvert.

(3) Station of actual point where culvert intersects centerline.

When required, stake headwall for culverts by setting a hub with a guard stake on each side of the culvert on line with the face of the headwall. Perform this work after clearing is completed.

152.03 (l) Miscellaneous Survey and Staking.

Add the following:

(11) Cattleguards

(12) Drain Dips

(13) Erosion Control Measures

Replace Table 152-1 with the following two tables:

Table 152-1 Tolerances for reestablishing P-line, traverse, and elevations.

Precision Class

Minimum Position Closure
Angular Accuracy (±)
L-Line Tangent Control Pointsa (±)

Vertical Closureb (±)

A (Bridges)

1/10,000
2 sets, direct/reverse

10 second rejection limit

N/A
0.02 ft or

0.02ft/1000ftc

B
1/5,000
2 sets, direct/reverse

20 second rejection limit

0.1 ft
0.02 ft or

0.02ft/1000ftc

C
1/1,000
1 set, direct/reverse

1 minute rejection limit

0.2 ft
0.5ft/1000ftc
D
1/300
Foresight and backsight; 15 minute rejection limitc
0.4 ft
1.0ft/1000ftc
E
1/100
Foresight and backsight; 30 minute rejection limitc
0.8 ft
1.0ft/1000ftc

a. Accuracy of offset measurement.

b. Determine vertical closures at intervals not to exceed 2000 ft as measured along centerline.

c. Use greater value.

Table 152-2 Cross section and slope stake tolerances.

Item
Tolerances
A
B
C
D
E
Allowable deviation of cross-section line projection from a true perpendicular to tangents, a true bisector of angle points, or a true radius of curves
(±)2o
(±)3o
(±)3o
(±)5o
(±)5o
Take cross-sections topography measurements so that variations in ground from a straight line connecting the cross-section points will not exceed
0.5 ft
1.0 ft
2.0 ft
2.0 ft
3.0 ft
Horizontal and vertical accuracy for cross-sections, in feet or percentage of horizontal distance measured from traverse line, whichever is greater.
0.1 ft or 0.4%
0.15 ft or 0.6%
0.2 ft or 1.0%
0.2 ft or 1.0%
0.3 ft or 1.0%

Horizontal and vertical accuracy for slope stake, slope stake references, and clearing limits. In feet or percentage of horizontal distance measured from centerline or reference stake, whichever is greater.

Slope reference stakes and slope stakes.
0.1 ft or 0.4%
0.15 ft or 0.6%
0.2 ft or 1.0%
0.2 ft or 1.0%
0.3 ft or 1.0%
Clearing limits
1.0 ft
1.0 ft
1.0 ft
1.5 ft
2.5 ft

155 - Schedules for Construction Contracts 155.00_nat_us_05_11_2004 155 Delete.

Delete Section 155 in its entirety.

203 - Removal of Structures and Obstructions 203.01_nat_us_02_25_2005

203.01 Description.

Delete and replace with the following:

This work consists of disposing of construction slash and debris, salvaging, removing, and disposing of buildings, fences, structures, pavements, culverts, utilities, curbs, sidewalks, and other obstructions.

203.04_nat_us_02_18_2005

203.04 Removing Material.

Replace the fourth and fifth paragraphs with the following:

Where part of an existing culvert is removed, remove the entire culvert upstream from the removal. The remaining downstream culvert may be left in place if no portion of the culvert is within 12 inches of the subgrade, embankment slope, or new culvert or structure; and the culvert ends are sealed with concrete.

Remove structures and obstructions in the roadbed to 12 inches below subgrade elevation. Remove structures and obstructions outside the roadbed to 12 inches below finished ground or to the natural stream bottom.

208 - Structure Excavation and Backfill for Selected Major Structures 208.04_nat_us_08_05_2009 Construction Requirements

208.04 General.

Add the following to the end of the second sentence of the third paragraph:

"... to the CO a minimum of 5 days prior to beginning excavation work."

Add the following to the end of the third sentence of the third paragraph:

"...to the CO a minimum of 15 days prior to installation."

208.09 Foundation Preparation.

Add the following after the first paragraph:

The foundation elevation is defined as the bottom of footings, for spread footing placement; the bottom of the pile cap, for construction of pile foundations; and the toe of the wall, for construction of retaining walls, except wingwalls at bridges.

Replace all material from any over-excavation below the designated footing elevation with concrete, compacted gravel, or foundation fill at the direction of the CO.

When boulders or irregular, fractured, or seamed bedrock precludes excavation to the designated footing elevation without further loosening of previously solid material, the CO may order removal of such loose material and allow payment for concrete, gravel, or structural backfill that is required to restore foundation material to the designated elevation

208.13 Measurement.

Add the following to the second paragraph:

(f) Material excavated to construct end walls or wing walls which lie outside the excavation limits specified above.

Add the following paragraph:

Foundation over-excavation and the resulting replacement material will not be measured for payment unless the CO determines the over-excavation was unavoidable because of the nature of the material.

251 - Riprap 251.03_nat_us_08_05_2009 Construction Requirements

251.03 General.

Add the following:

Place riprap under or adjacent to structures before placing prefabricated superstructure units or constructing superstructure falsework unless otherwise approved by the CO.

251.08 Measurement.

Add the following:

Payment for excavation and embankment required for placement of riprap is indirectly included in the pay item for riprap.

301 - Untreated Aggregate Courses 301.00_nat_us_03_03_2005 301 Title Change.

Change the title to: Section 301 Aggregate Courses

301.01_nat_us_03_03_2005

301.01 Work.

Add the following:

Work includes producing aggregate by pit-run, grid rolling, screening, or crushing methods, or placing Government-furnished aggregate. Work may include additive mineral filler, or binder.

301.02_nat_us_05_16_2005

301.02 Material.

Add the following:

Bentonite
725.30
Calcium Chloride Flake
725.02
Lignon Sulfonate
725.20
Magnesium Chloride Brine or Calcium Chloride Liquid
725.02

301.03_nat_us_09_14_2005

301.03 General.

Add the following:

Written approval of the roadbed is required before placing aggregate.

For pit run or grid-rolled material, furnish material smaller than the maximum size. No gradation other than maximum size will be required for pit-run or grid-rolled material. For grid rolling, use all suitable material that can be reduced to maximum size. After processing on the road, remove all oversize material from the road and dispose of it as directed by the CO.

Provide additives or binder, if required, at the proportions specified.

Develop and use Government furnished sources according to Section 105.

If the aggregate is produced and stockpiled before placement, handle and stockpiled according to Section 320. Establish stockpile sites at locations approved. Clear and grub stockpile sites according to Section 201.

301.04_nat_us_03_03_2005

301.04 Mixing and Spreading.

Delete the first sentence of the first paragraph and add the following:

Ensure that aggregate and any required additives, water, mineral filler, and binder are mixed by the specified method except, if crushed aggregate products are being produced and mineral filler, binder, or additives are required, uniformly blend following crushing. Control additive proportions to 0.5 percent dry weight.

(a) Stationary Plant Method. Mix the aggregate with other required materials in an approved mixer. Add water during the mixing operation in the amount necessary to provide the moisture content for compacting to the specified density. After mixing, transport the aggregate to the jobsite while it contains the proper moisture content, and place it on the roadbed or base course using an aggregate spreader.

(b) Travel Plant Method. After placing the aggregate for each layer with an aggregate spreader or windrow-sizing device, uniformly mix it with other required materials using a traveling mixing plant. During mixing, add water to provide the necessary moisture content for compacting.

(c) Road Mix Method. After placing the aggregate for each layer, mix it with other required materials at the required moisture content until the mixture is uniform throughout. Mix aggregate, water, and all other materials until a uniform distribution is obtained.

Spread the aggregate in a uniform layer, with no segregation of size, and to a loose depth that will provide the required compacted thickness.

When placing aggregate over geotextile, place aggregate in a single lift to the full depth specified.

Route and distribute hauling and leveling equipment over the width and length of each layer.

301.05_nat_us_05_17_2005

301.05 Compacting

Delete and replace with the following:

Compact each layer full width. Roll from the sides to the center, parallel to the centerline of the road. Along curbs, headers, walls, and all places not accessible to the roller, compact the material with approved tampers or compactors.

Compact the aggregate using one of the following methods as specified:

Compaction A. Operating spreading and hauling equipment over the full width of the travelway.

Compaction B. Operate rollers and compact as specified in Subsection 204.11(a)(1).

Compaction C. Moisten or dry the aggregate to a uniform moisture content between 5 and 7 percent based on total dry weight of the mixture. Operate rollers and compact as specified in Subsection 204.11(a)(1).

Compaction D. Compact to a density of at least 95 percent of the maximum density, as determined by AASHTO T 99, method C or D.

Compaction E. Compact to a density of at least 96 percent of the maximum density, as determined by the Modified Marshall Hammer Compaction Method (available upon request from USDA Forest Service, Regional Materials Engineering Center, P.O. Box 7669, Missoula, MT 59807).

Compaction F. Compact to a density of at least 95 per-cent of the maximum density, as determined by AASHTO T 180, method C or D.

Compaction G. Compact to a density of at least 100 percent of the maximum density as determined by the Modified Marshall Hammer Compaction Method (available upon request from USDA Forest Service, Regional Materials Engineering Center, P.O. Box 7669, Missoula, MT 59807).

For all compaction methods, blade the surface of each layer during the compaction operations to remove irregularities and produce a smooth, even surface. When a density requirement is specified, determine the in place density and moisture content according to AASHTO T 310 or other approved test procedures.

301.06_nat_us_03_03_2005

301.06 Surface Tolerance.

Add the following:

Thickness and Width requirements:

The maximum variation from the compacted specified thickness is ½ inch. The compacted thickness is not consistently above or below the specified thickness and the average thickness of 4 random measurements for any ½ mile of road segment is within + ¼ inch of the specified thickness.

The maximum variation from the specified width will not exceed +12 inches at any point. The compacted width is not consistently above the specified width and the average of any four random measurements along any ½ mile of road segment is within +4 inches of the specified width.

FR60.01.3 over Black Branch July 2012 AOP Culvert Replacement

301.08_nat_us_03_03_2005 Table 301-1: Add the following:

Table 301-1—Acceptance Sampling and Testing Requirements.

Material or Product
Type of Acceptance (Subsection)
Characteristic
Category
Test Methods Specifications
Sampling Frequency
Point of Sampling
Split Sample
Reporting Time
Subbase & Base Courses L, M, N, O, P, Q, R
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Plastic Limit
-
AASHTO T 90
1 per each 1,000 T
From the windrow or roadbed after processing
Yes
4 Hours

Table 301-1—Acceptance Sampling and Testing Requirements.

Material or Product
Type of Acceptance (Subsection)
Characteristic
Category
Test Methods Specifications
Sampling Frequency
Point of Sampling
Split Sample
Reporting Time
Aggregate Width
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Width
-
-
4 per each 0.5 mi
Roadbed after processing
-
4 Hours
Aggregate Thickness
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Thickness
-
-
4 per each 0.5 mi
Roadbed after processing
-
4 Hours
Additive
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Amount of Additive
-
1 per each 1,000 T
From the windrow or roadbed after processing
No
4 Hours

301.08_nat_us_03_30_2005 301.08(b) Plasticity Index.

Add the following to the first sentence:

“and under 703.05(c)(1)”.

301.08_nat_us_10_14_2011 Table 301-1 Field Density Requirements.

Table 301-1: Delete laboratory and field density requirements for base, subbase, and surfacing and replace with the following:

Material or Product
Type of Acceptance (Subsection)
Characteristic
Category
Test Methods Specifications
Sampling Frequency
Point of Sampling
Split Sample
Reporting Time
Base and Subbase
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Moisture Density
---
Method C
---
AASHTO T 99
1 per type and source of material
Source of material
Yes
Before using in work
“
“
“
“
Method D
---
AASHTO T 180
“
“
“
“
“
“
“
“
Compaction
---
Method C, D
---
AASHTO T 310 or other approved procedures
1 per 500 t
In-place
---
Before placing the next layer
Surfacing
Measured and tested conformance (Subsection 106.04)
Moisture Density
“
“
“
Before using in work
Method D
---
AASHTO T 180
“
“
“
“
“
“
“
“

Compaction

Method C, D
---
AASHTO T 310 or other approved procedures
1 per 500 t
In-place
---
Before placing the next layer

301.10_nat_us_03_03_2005

301.10 Payment

Delete the following:

adjusted according to Subsection 106.05 571 - Prefabricated Bridges 571.00_nat_us_03_15_2005 Description

571.01 This work consists of designing, fabricating, delivering, and installing a prefabricated modular bridge superstructures, or transporting and installing Government-furnished prefabricated, modular superstructures and components. The work also includes constructing caps, bearings, and abutments including excavation and backfill and anchoring bridge superstructures to abutments as required Materials

571.02 Requirements. Furnish materials that meet the requirements specified in the following sections:

Bridge Railing
556
Structural Metal
717
Prestressed Concrete
553
Reinforcing Steel
554
Steel Structures
555
Structural Concrete
552
Timber Structures
557
Material for Timber Structures
716

Concrete compressive strength, structural steel tensile strength, finish and designation, timber species, grade, and treatment, and other material specifications shall be as required or if not listed in the contract documents, take them from the manufacturer’s drawings, and have them approved by the CO prior to fabrication.

571.03 Design Requirements. For required loadings use the most recent AASHTO “Standard Specifications for Highway Bridges”.

When design of the structure is required, submit plans and calculations signed by a professional engineer registered in the state where the bridge will initially be located or in the state where the fabricator’s offices are located.

Use durable materials to allow removal, transportation, and re-installation without using specialized construction equipment. When required, design bridges to allow transportation by air or pack animals and complete construction by manual labor. Use design techniques and fabrication methods to minimize field installation difficulties. Fabricate primary components from steel.

Rig main superstructure components with permanent lifting devices to facilitate efficient installation and removal of these items. Place lifting devices so as not to interfere with traffic.

571.04 Design Drawings. When furnishing a prefabricated bridge superstructure, submit design drawings, calculations, or shop drawings at least 21 days in advance of the start of fabrication to allow time for review and correction of any changes and approval by the CO. Include plan, elevation, and section views of the modular bridge superstructure, dimensions of all components, welding and connection details, and general and specific notes regarding design and construction.

When Government-furnished prefabricated bridge superstructure components are specified, material lists, installation information, and manufacturer’s instructions will be furnished by the Government.

571.05 General. Perform excavation, backfill, and embankment work under Sections 204 and 209.

Dispose of all debris resulting from operations in accordance with Section 203.

571.06 Performance. Notify the CO at least before delivering the bridge.

If the prefabricated superstructure is not installed immediately upon delivery to the project site, provide appropriate equipment and labor to unload and stack, support, and store all material at the delivery point. Support and stack all components to prevent damage. Furnish and install blocking to support all components at least 12 inches above the ground.

Furnish all tools, devices, special equipment, and material needed for installation in well-marked watertight containers suitable for long-term, outdoor storage.

571.07 Abutments and Approaches. Construct required caps, bearing, and abutments according to Division 500. Construct approaches including excavation and backfill according to sections 204 and 209.

571.08 Contractor-Furnished Prefabricated Bridge Superstructure. Furnish the following items for approval prior to delivery of the bridge component:

(a) Supplier or inspection agency certification of wood species and grade of all timber and a conformance certificate for all sawn and glued laminated members.

(b) Certification by an approved inspection and testing agency of wood treatment, listing method of treatment, type of preservative, retention, and penetration. Supplier certification is permitted if each piece is stamped or branded with a legible American Wood Preservers Bureau quality mark.

(c) Certification of structural steel, fasteners, and hardware.

(d) Certification of galvanizing process used.

(e) Steel fabricator certification that steel fabrication and quality control meet the requirements of the AISC Code of Standard Practice; and that all welding meets the requirements of ANSI/AASHTO/AWS D 1.5 Bridge Welding Code.

(f) A complete list of all bridge components, hardware, and fasteners.

(g) Complete instructions and drawings. Provide drawings that are black line, of reproducible quality, on ANSI sheet size D (24 inches by 36 inches). Furnish the same information in an approved electronic format.

Mark each major component of the bridge superstructure with the same permanent serial number in a location that is clearly visible, both when stacked in storage and erected at the site.

Assemble bridge superstructure prior to delivery to assure proper fit-up of all components. Notify the CO of the assembly 2 weeks before assembly.

571.09 Government-Furnished Prefabricated Bridge Superstructure. For Government-furnished prefabricated bridge units, transport all material from the storage site(s) to the bridge site, and install the superstructure complete and in place, including connection of all girders, diaphragms, railings, panels, transoms, and other elements.

Upon taking possession of the Government-furnished units at the storage site, assume liability for damage resulting from handling, transporting, or erecting the units in place, until final acceptance of the project.

571.10 Non-pressure Epoxy Grout Anchors. Furnish non-pressure epoxy grout to cement anchor dowels and bolts. At least 15 days prior to use submit for approval manufacture’s test information on the non-pressure epoxy grout proposed for use.

Immediately prior to placing dowels or bolts, clean drill hole of dust and other material. Fill hole halfway with grout. Insert dowels by rotating it though one complete turn while tapping it down. Insert bolts according to manufacture’s instructions. If necessary add more grout to fill the hole.

571.11 Acceptance. Furnish a production certification for timber, including glued-laminated lumber, structural steel, and fabricated steel. Furnish a certification for all wood treatment, fasteners, hardware, galvanizing processes, and non-pressure epoxy grout.

Measurement

571.12 Measure the Section 571 items listed in the bid schedule according to Subsection 109.02.

Payment

571.13 The accepted quantities, measured as provided in Subsection 109.02 and above, will be paid at the contract price per unit of measurement for the Section 571 pay items listed in the bid schedule. Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section. See Subsection 109.05.

625 - Turf Establishment 625.03_nat_us_02_25_2005

625.03 General.

Delete the first subsection and add the following:

Apply turf establishment to finished slopes and ditches between __________ and ________. Do not seed during windy weather or when the ground is excessively wet, frozen, snow covered, extremely dry, cloddy, hard pan, or is otherwise untillable.

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625.04 Preparing Seedbed.

Delete “2 inches in diameter and larger,” from the second sentence.

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625.05 Watering.

Delete the entire subsection 625.07_nat_us_02_25_2005

625.07 Seeding. (a) Dry method.

Remove the last sentence “Lightly compact the seedbed within 24 hours after seeding.”

625.07 Seeding. (b) Hydraulic method.

Add the following:

Apply fertilizer conforming to Subsection 713.03 at the rates shown in Table 625-1. Fertilize areas inaccessible to hydro-type equipment by hand.

648 - Stream Simulation 648.00_nat_us_04_17_2008 648 – Streambed Simulation Description

648.01 This work consists of placing rock and fill to simulate a natural streambed, profile and cross section though road stream crossings. The placement of Channel Rock for: fish rest stop, rock bands, rock weirs, stream bank rocks, and other in stream rock structures, is included within this specification.

Material

648.02 Conform to the following Subsections.

Foundation Fill
704.01
Stream Bed Simulation Material
705.07
Channel Rock
705.08

648.03 General. Place streambed simulation material on a prepared surface to form a well-graded, low permeability mass, similar in appearance and texture to the natural streambed. Do not drive metal track or rubber tired equipment directly on metal or concrete structure surfaces.

648.04 Placed Streambed Simulation Material and Channel Rock.

(a) Method A, Machine Placed. Place stream simulation rock in one or more layers with a layer depth less than 1 ½ times the maximum dimension of the stream simulation rock. Place stream simulation by methods that do not cause segregation or damage to the prepared surface. Place or rearrange individual rocks by mechanical methods to obtain a compact low permeability mass matching streambed simulation details. Fill voids before placing the next lift. Place fish rest stop, rock bands, rock weirs, stream bank rocks, and other in stream rock structures as designated.

(b) Method B, End Dumped. Dump stream simulation rock in one or more layers with a layer depth less than 1 ½ times the maximum dimension of the stream simulation rock. Distribute larger rocks throughout the mass of stone. Obtain a uniformly dense, compact, low permeability bed with a surface matching stream simulation bed details. Fill voids before placing the next lift. Place fish rest stop, rock bands, rock weirs, stream bank rocks, and other in stream rock structures as designated.

(c) Method C, Hand Placed. Place stream simulation rock using hand labor. Material may be hand carried, or carried in wheelbarrows and end dumped to obtain its full thickness. Compact each load using hand operated or hand operated mechanical equipment to obtain a uniformly dense, compact, low permeability bed with a surface matching stream simulation bed details. Fill voids before placing the next lift. Place fish rest stop, rock bands, rock weirs, stream bank rocks, and other in stream rock structures as designated.

648.04 Foundation fill. Fill all voids left during placement of Channel Rocks and Streambed Simulation adjacent to footings, concrete structures or corrugated pipes with foundation fill. Use water pressure, metal tamping rods, and similar hand operated equipment to force material into all surface and subsurface voids between the structure and rocks and between individual rocks.

648.05 Acceptance. Placing streambed simulation material will be evaluated under Subsections 106.02 and 106.04.

Measurement

648.06 Measure the items listed in the bid schedule according to Subsection 109.02.

Payment

648.07 The accepted quantities, measured as provided in Subsection 109.02, will be paid at the contract unit price per unit of measurement for Section 648 pay items listed in the bid schedule. Payment will be full compensation for the work prescribed in this Section. See Subsection 109.05 703 - Aggregate 703.05_nat_us_08_14_2009 Delete 703.05 and replace with the following:

703.05 Subbase, Base, Surface Course, and Screened Aggregate.

(a) Subbase or base aggregate. Furnish hard, durable particles or fragments of crushed stone, crushed slag, or crushed gravel conforming the following:

(1) GradationTable 703-2
(2) Liquid limit, AASHTO T 8925 max.
(3) Plastic limit, AASHTO T 90Nonplastic
(4) Los Angeles abrasion, AASHTO T 9640% max.
(5) Sodium sulfate soundness loss (5 cycles),12% max.

AASHTO T 104

(6) Durability index (coarse), AASHTO T 21035 min.
(7) Durability index (fine), AASHTO T 21035 min.
(8) Fractured faces, ASTM D 582150% min.

(9) Free from organic matter and lumps or balls of clay

Do not use material that breaks up when alternately frozen and thawed or wetted and dried.

Obtain the aggregate gradation by crushing, screening, and blending processes as necessary. Fine aggregate, material passing the No. 4 sieve, shall consist of natural or crushed sand and fine mineral particles.

(b) Surface course aggregate. Furnish hard, durable particles or fragments of crushed stone, crushed slag, or crushed gravel conforming the following:

(1) GradationTable 703-3
(2) Liquid limit, AASHTO T 8935 max.

(3) Plastic Index, AASHTO T 90

a) If the percent passing the No. 200 sieve is less than 12%2 to 9
b) If the percent passing the No. 200 sieve is greater than 12%Less than 2
(4) Los Angeles abrasion, AASHTO T 9640% max.
(5) Sodium sulfate soundness loss (5 cycles),12% max.

AASHTO T 104

(6) Durability index (coarse), AASHTO T 21035 min.
(7) Durability index (fine), AASHTO T 21035 min.
(8) Fractured faces, ASTM D 582175% min.

(9) Free from organic matter and lumps or balls of clay

Do not use material that breaks up when alternately frozen and thawed or wetted and dried.

Do not furnish material that contains asbestos fibers.

Obtain the aggregate gradation by crushing, screening, and blending processes as necessary. Fine aggregate, material passing the No. 4 sieve, shall consist of natural or crushed sand and fine mineral particles.

(c) Screened aggregate – Furnish hard, durable particles or fragments of stone, slag, or gravel conforming the following:

(1) GradationTable 703-16
(2) Plastic Index, AASHTO T 90Less than 9
(3) Los Angeles abrasion, AASHTO T 9655% max.

(4) Free from organic matter and lumps or balls of clay.

Do not use material that breaks up when alternately frozen and thawed or wetted and dried.

Obtain the aggregate gradation by crushing, screening, and blending processes as necessary.

Delete Table 703-2 and replace with the following:

Table 703-2 Target Value Ranges for Subbase and Base Gradation

Percent by Mass Passing Designated Sieve (AASHTO T 27 and T 11)
Grading Designation
E (Base)
62 – 90 (6)
36 – 74 (6)
12 – 26 (4)
4.0 – 7.0 (3)

( ) The value in the parentheses is the allowable deviation () from the target values..

D (Base)

100
86 – 100 (6)
51 – 82 (6)
36 – 64 (6)
12 – 26 (4)
4.0 – 7.0 (3)

C (Base)

80 – 100 (6)
64 – 94 (6)
40 – 69 (6)
31 – 54 (6)

4.0 –7.0 (3)

B (Subbase)

100
97 – 100

40 – 60 (8)

4.0 – 12.0 (4)

A (Subbase)
100
97 – 100

65 – 79 (6)

45 – 59 (7)

28 – 42 (6)
9 – 17 (4)
4.0 – 8.0 (3)
Sieve Size
2½ inch
2 inch
1½ inch
1 inch
3/4 inch
1/2 inch
3/8 inch
No. 4
No. 40
No. 200

Delete Table 703-3 and replace with the following:

Table 703-3 Target Value Ranges for Surface Gradation

Percent by Mass Passing Designated Sieve (AASHTO T 27 and T 11)
Grading Designation
U
71 – 90 (6)
50 – 68 (7)
34 – 51 (6)
19 – 30 (5)
8.0 – 15.0 (4)

( ) The value in the parentheses is the allowable deviation () from the target values.

If the plasticity index (PI) is greater than 0, the TV range for the No. 200 sieve size is 8-12 (4).

T

71 – 91 (6)

43 – 60 (7)
30 – 46 (6)
16 – 28 (5)
8.0 – 15.0 (4)
S
100
72 – 92 (6)
51 – 71 (6)
36 – 53 (7)
26 – 40 (6)
14 – 25 (5)
8.0 – 15.0 (4)

H

97 - 100

80 – 92 (6)
58 – 70 (7)
28 – 40 (6)
16 – 26 (5)
9.0 – 14.0 (4)

G

100
97 - 100
70 – 80 (6)
51 – 63 (7)
28 – 39 (6)
19 – 27 (5)
10.0 – 16.0 (4)
F
100
97-100
76-89 (6)
56-68 (6)
43-53 (7)
23-32 (6)
15-23 (5)
10.0-16.0 (4)
Sieve Size
1 1/2 inch
1 inch
3/4 inch
1/2 inch
3/8 inch
No. 4
No. 8
No. 16
No. 40
No. 200

Add Table 703-16:

Table 703-16 Gradation Requirements for Screened Aggregate

Sieve Size
Percent by Mass Passing Designated Sieve (AASHTO T 27 and T 11)

Grading Designation

L
M
N
O
P
Q
R
6 inch
100
100

4 inch

100
100

3 inch

100
100

2 inch

No. 4

15-45

15-45

15-45

705 - Rock 705.02_nat_us_08_05_2009

705.02 Riprap Rock.

Delete Table 705-1 and replace it with the following:

Gradation Requirements for Riprap

Class
Percent of Rock by Mass
Mass

(pounds) Approximate Cubic Dimension b,c (inches)

20
22 to 33
6 to 8
30
11 to 22
5 to 6
40
1 to 11
2 to 5
10a
0 to 1
0 to 2
20
55 to 110
8 to 10
30
22 to 55
6 to 8
40
2 to 22
3 to 6
10a
0 to 2
0 to 3
20
220 to 330
14 to 16
30
110 to 220
10 to 14
40
11 to 110
5 to10
10a
0 to 11
0 to 5
20
550 to 770
18 to 20
30
220 to 570
14 to 18
40
22 to 220
6 to 14
10a
0 to 22
0 to 6

4a

20
770 to1353
20 to 24
30
330 to 770
16 to 20
40
33 to 330
7 to16
10a
0 to 33
0 to 7
20
1540 to 2200
26 to 28
30
1100 to 1540
20 to 26
40
55 to 1100
8 to 20
10a
0 to 55
0 to 8
20
1870 to 3520
28 to 34
30
1100 to 1870
22 to 28
40
110 to 1100
10 to 22
10a
0 to 110
0 to 10
20
4400 to 5940
35 to 39
30
2200 to 4400
28 to 35
40
220 to 2200
14 to 28
10a
0 to 220
0 to 14
20
7000 to 10000
42 to 47
30
4000 to 7000
35 to 42
40
400 to 4000
16 to 35
10a
0 to 400
0 to 16

(a) Furnish spall and rock fragments graded to provide a stable dense mass.

(b) The volume of a rock with these cubic dimensions has a mass approximately equal to the specified rock mass.

(c) Furnish rock with breadth and thickness at least one-third its length.

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705.07 Streambed Simulation Rock.

(a) General. Furnish a mixture of soil, gravel, cobble, and boulders to simulate a natural streambed. The cobbles and boulders should be hard, durable rock that conforms to test values in 705.02.

Table 705-5 – Gradation requirements for Streambed Simulation Material, inches or sieve size

Bed Class
100% passing
84% passing
50% passing
16% passing
10% passing
2
5
2
3/4
1/4
No. 10
4
10
4
1 3/4
1/2
No. 10
6
14
6
2 1/2
3/4
No. 10
8
22
8
3
1
No. 10
10
24
10
4
1
No. 10
12
30
12
5
1 1/2
No. 10
14
36
14
6
1 3/4
No. 10
16
42
16
7
2
No. 10
20
48
20
8
3
No. 10
24
60
24
10
3
No. 10
36
72
36
14
4
No. 10
48
96
48
18
6
No. 10

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705.08 Channel Rock.

(a) General. Furnish hard, durable rock that consists of intact blocks without open fractures, foliation, or other planes of weakness. Conform to test values in 705.02.

(b) Sized and shapes. Furnish rocks that are generally cubical, tabular, or rectangular in shape, with dimensions as designated, or as specified in the following table:

Table 705-6 gradation requirement for Channel Rock

Rock Size (Man Rock)

Mass (Pounds)
Approximate Cubic Dimension (inches)
1
50-200
12-18
2
200-700
18-28
3
700-2000
28-36
4
2000-4000
36-48
5
4000-6000
48-54
6
6000-8000
54-60

(c) Color. Furnish rocks with a color indigenous to the area. Rocks should be free of machine-made scratches, mars, or other damage to the visible surface. If requested, submit a 12 in sample of rock that is representative of the rock color for approval by the CO.

718 - Traffic Signing and Marking Material 718.05_nat_us_08_05_2009

718.05 Aluminum Panels

Delete the third paragraph and replace with the following:

Clean, degrease and properly prepare the panels according to methods recommended by the sheeting manufacturer. Conversion coatings will conform to ASTM B-921 or ASTM B-449.

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