Hydraulic Report review - DES-HYD is tasked to review and comment on hydraulic reports with regard to applicability, methodology, detail, documentation, accuracy, and composition. The sealing engineer (District or Consultant) is expected to address all comments and return the report in a timely manner.

Preliminary review – DES-HYD is tasked to review preliminary designs. Typical designs reviewed include bridges and bridge class culverts. DES-HYD review covers methodology, detail, documentation, and accuracy to TxDOT standards. Preliminary submittals are preferred because they are early enough in the process that design corrections usually can be implemented.

PS&E review – DES-HYD is tasked to review plans submitted for letting with regard to methodology, detail, documentation, and accuracy to TxDOT standards. The District or its Consultant is expected to make all reasonable changes to the plans prior to letting.

Expert Guidance – DES-HYD is tasked to provide guidance, help, or advice on any hydrology and hydraulics subject as needed and called upon by the District or Area Offices.