Obtain preliminary bridge layout approval prior to any percent PS&E submittal. Include preliminary retaining wall layouts with this submittal when necessary. See Section 1 of this chapter for more information.

Ensure information on the title sheet corresponds with information on Design and Construction Information System (DCIS)

and TxDOTCONNECT

.

Include the most current standards. All standards used must be clearly listed on the index of sheets even if unavailable at the time of submission.

All modified (MOD) and special (SPL) standards must be signed and sealed by the responsible engineer. Include a brief description of the modifications, typically shown in the Revisions area of the title block.

Show all hydraulic documentation correctly in the final plans as required by the Hydraulic Design Manual

and the PS&E Preparation Manual

. Hydraulic comments based on the preliminary submissions must be addressed prior to submitting

next stage of

PS&E.

For projects involving a highway-railroad grade separation, an executed railroad agreement is required prior to letting. On federal oversight projects, send a copy of the agreement to the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA). Further information concerning railroad agreements can be found in Chapter 4 of this manual.