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Roadside Development (800-899)

811TEMPORARY PROTECTIVE FENCE

PA · 2026 Standard SpecificationsBook pages 771772View official source ↗

810.1 810.4( a)

810.1DESCRIPTION —This work is the removal of selected trees and shrubs, the trimming of trees and

shrubs, the treatment of tree injuries, and the removal of stumps and debris.

810.2MATERIAL —Stump or Basal Treatment Herbicide —Type 10, Class B or C, Triclopyr liquid formulations.

Use either Class B – butoxyethyl ester of triclopyr and inerts or Class C – butoxyethyl ester of triclopyr in ready to use form according to PCID No. 1094 Herbicides (Weed and Brush Control) issued by the Pennsylvania Department of General Services, Bureau of Purchases, Quality Assurance Division. Conform to all current Federal and State pesticide acts and registration requirements. Furnish herbicides in the manufacturer’s labeled container.

810.3CONSTRUCTION —

(a)Tree and Shrub Removal. Trees and shrubs to be removed will be designated either by separate

marking, marking in sample areas, or as otherwise identified. Where sample marking is adopted, do not disturb these sample areas until other areas are complete. For designated trees, shrubs , and stumps, cut to the ground line or to a height of not more than 4 inches, as directed. Fell and remove in a manner preventing injury to remaining vegetation. In areas where felling is not allowed, because of possible damage for any reason, remove trees in sections.

(b)Herbicide Treatment. Treat stumps of cut trees and shrubs with herbicide on the day of cutting.

Apply herbicides according to the manufacturer's recommendation. Repeat the herbicide treatment, as directed, if suckers or sprouts develop at any time before final inspection.

(c)Tree Trimming. Selected tree trimming will be designated by separate markings or otherwise

identified and indicated. Trim branches 1 inch or more in diameter growing within the legal Right of Way or growing on an adjacent property that overhang or encroach upon the legal Right of Way, to the height indicated. Trim branches to the branch collar as show n on the Standard Drawing . Provide skilled workers to perform cutting and trimming, according to accepted arboricultural practices. Use acceptable tools and methods to perform the work. Do not use climbing spurs or spikes. Treat work -related injuries to remaining trees and shrubs, regardless of species, according to accepted arboricultural practices at no additional cost to the Department.

(d)Surrender Material. Trees and branches resulting from the removal and/or trimming operation

belong to the property owner. Surrender all such material to the abutting property owner or dispose of it if not accepted by the property owner. Transport wood chips to approved stockpile areas that will not interfere with construction operations, obstruct drainage, or cause water pollution.

(e)Clean -up. Chip, burn, or dispose of
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Transportation Specifications, 2026 Edition. Pages 771772 of 1,522.