Shoulder Drop-Off Requirements Clause Samples

Shoulder Drop-Off Requirements. Whenever paving operations create an edge of pavement drop-off greater than 2 inches, within 72 hours, the Contractor shall backfill at a 6:1 slope from the edge and finished elevation of the pavement that has an edge of pavement drop-off as follows: (A) Drop-off that exceeds 2 inches on roadways with posted speed limits of 45 mph or greater. (B) Drop-off that exceeds 3 inches on roadways with posted speed limits less than 45 mph. Backfill the edge of pavement drop-off with suitable compacted material, as approved by the Engineer. The material, equipment and labor associated with this operation will be at no expense to the Department. This work is not considered part of shoulder reconstruction. Failure to comply with the following requirements will result in a suspension of all other operations: 1. Before working on ANY MAP, the Contractor shall submit a written construction sequence for traffic control and construction lighting for ALL MAPS to the Engineer at the first pre- construction meeting and the sequence must be approved before closing a lane of traffic. The Contractor and Engineer will coordinate with the Traffic Management Unit at ▇▇▇- ▇▇▇-▇▇▇▇ or Traffic Services for additional traffic control guidance, as necessary. 2. Obtain written approval of the Engineer before working in more than one location or setting up additional lane closures. The maximum length of any one lane closure is 1 mile unless otherwise directed by the Engineer. 3. If Lane Closure Restrictions apply, see Special Provision, “Intermediate Contract Times and Liquidated Damages”.