CONSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTENT TEMPLATE

CONSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTENT TEMPLATE

CONSTRUCTION MANUAL CONTENT TEMPLATE:

Note: This template is to be used as a standard format template guide for Construction Manual content. Please keep in mind that a particular section of work might not use every bullet in the template. Conversely a particular section might have topics that are unique and/or supplementary to the template.

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

The general description section should relate those components of the work to the particular section of the Construction Manual. The description section of each Construction Manual section should include the process used to construct or install the work described in the section. There should be a general overview of the work including how it is used and built. If applicable this section should also describe why the work is done or what purpose the item or work serves in general. (IE Paint marking helps drivers delineate traffic lanes and improves safety, etc.) The techniques that are applicable to the placement of the pay items should be clearly referenced and outlined. The order of how the work is to be accomplished should also be described.

Definitions and terms:

Any new, unusual, or uncommon terms/acronyms should be hyper-linked to a definition. This allows those unfamiliar to obtain the information and experienced readers to quickly move on. This section may also describe engineering processes or methods not typically encountered. Define these items clearly and be consistent with the general specifications and any special provisions.

General Overview:

This section should provide a general overview of the work along with relevant background information on how/why it is used to better help the reader understand the process and any technical jargon.

Contractor Prequalification:

Use this sub-section if there are any specific contractor prequalification requirements for performing this work.

Code of Federal Regulation CFR/FHWA Regulation:

If applicable cite the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) section or FHWA regulation that applies to the work or process. (Example: CFR23 635 Buy America) It should be noted that all projects that are recipients of federal dollars shall comply with these federal regulations. Local agency projects with oversight requirements will need to meet federal regulation for federal eligibility.

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MATERIALS

Pipe

Pipe material is per Section 923 of the Standard Specifications for Construction. Pipe material is typically bituminous and cement lined cast iron material with male and female ends. The bituminous lining, which is applied to the outside of the pipe helps to mitigated corrosion of the cast iron pipe as well as the cement lining which is applied to the inside of the pipe. Each section of pipe can either come with push-on joints or be bolted mechanically. Note that there may be additional material requirements as specified by the maintaining agency for the water main.

The Inspector should verify the material is acceptable for incorporation into the project by comparison to approved Material Source Lists and delivery tickets.

Figure 1 - Example of Mechanical Joint Restraint

Figure 2 - Pipe with Flange Pipe Fitting

Water Services

Water service material is per Section 923 of the Standard Specifications for Construction. Water services are a smaller diameter water line, usually made of copper, that feeds off the main water main line to a house or businesses.

Gate Wells

Gate wells material is per Section 909 of the Standard Specifications for Construction. Gate wells are typically precast concrete structures that provide access to gate valves. Refer to special details associated with the water main work as maintaining agencies have different requirements for gate wells.

Gate Valves

Gate valves material is per Section 923 of the Standard Specifications for Construction. Gate Valves are installed along water main runs and are intended to provide isolation points to full open or fully close a run of water main. Gates valves are operated by turning the stem to open or close the valve as you would with a household spigot. Refer to special details associated with the water main work as maintaining agencies have different requirements for gate valves.