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The Design section within the Engineering division has an integral position within the department's overall purview. Design is responsible for developing high-quality plans, specifications, and estimates for the construction of safe, efficient, and effective projects to address Nevada’s economic, environmental, social and intermodal transportation needs.
Sections
- Administration
- Design Services
- Hydraulic Design
- Roadway Design
Announcements
- Temporary Barrier Rail Phase-Out Timeline for MASH-16 (August 2020)
- MASH-16 Compliant Portable Barrier Details Available (February 2022)
Project Support Information
Manuals
Below are our currently available guides and manuals that provide invaluable information pertaining to the scope and function of the Design section.
| Specialty | Subject |
|---|---|
| Hydraulic Design | Drainage Manual |
| Roadway Design | Standard Specifications, Standard Plans, Roadway Design Guide, ADA Design Guidelines, Plan Preparation Guide, and New Title Sheet Standards |
| CAD Support | CAD Standards and Information |
| Scheduling Estimates | Project Cost Estimation Manual |
| Local Public Agency(LPA) | LPA Manual |
| Landscape Architecture | Landscape & Aesthetics Program |
| Complete Streets Policy | Complete Streets Policy |
General Contact Information
Nevada Department of Transportation
Roadway Design Division
775-888-7490
1263 S. Stewart Street
Carson City, NV 89712
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