Earth Grade
Defined in the MichiganDOT standard specifications. This is the agency’s own text, with the section it comes from.
Definitions are quoted from state-authored public specification books. This page carries no I-Code-derived terms.
Elevation of the completely graded roadway before the pavement structure is placed. MDOT Standard Specifications for Construction Section 101 1-13 Engineer A. The Director of the Department or the Engineer designated by the Director, acting directly or through authorized representatives, who is responsible for engineering supervision of the construction when the State of Michigan is the awarding authority; B. The Engineer representing the county when a county is the awarding authority; or C. The Engine er representing the city or village when a city or village is the awarding authority. Estimate A. Final Estimate. Compilation of quantities showing work performed upon which final payment is made. B. Progress Estimate. Estimate made as the work progresses showing estimated work performed and materials furnished upon which periodic payments are made. Estimated Pile Length. Length shown on the p lans used as a guide for estimating the w ork and ordering t est piles if the n ominal pile driving resistance is shown on the p lans. Estimated Pile Tip Elevation. Elevation shown on the p lans, estimated for piles to develop the n ominal pile driving resistance.
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