Todd Grugel, MnDOT ADA Program Engineer
PROWAG adopted in February 2010 Curb Ramp Guidelines published in October
2010 Enhanced 1803 (Prosecution of Work)
provision introduced for 2011 construction season
Standard Plans published and Standard Plate 7036 retired in May 2012
ADA Project Design Guide published in July 2012
Pursue early involvement with MnDOT’s ADA Operations Unit
ADA Project Design Guide required for all projects in MnDOT right-of-way
Plan and estimate for the right fix in the scope of work
Think outside the box
Field walk required for all projects
Use Project Design Guide Level 1, 2, and 3 guidance to estimate drafting requirements
Estimate at least one-third of design time in the field
Provide at least two weeks for plan reviews
All signals must be APS-ready (i.e. all underground work) at a minimum
“If you want different results,
do something different.”
-Anonymous
