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<P><FONT face=Tahoma><FONT size=3>A new tech bulletin describing standards for
installing drainage paddles and pavement markers for culverts has been
approved.<SPAN class=412343320-28052009> </SPAN></FONT></FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma><FONT size=3><SPAN
class=412343320-28052009></SPAN></FONT></FONT></U><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>The
intent of this tech bulletin is to set standards for all future installations of
drainage markers for culverts. Installing drainage markers is NOT mandatory and
there is NO expectation that existing drainage markers are required to
immediately be removed and replaced. It is hoped new markers will be installed
as new STIP projects are able to include this work within their scope and
budget. There is currently no separate funding source for installing drainage
markers.</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>A separate effort is underway to develop signing
standards for Storm Water Facilities (SW) and Special Management Areas
(SMA's).</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3></FONT> </P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>Paul R. Wirfs, P.E., Unit Manager</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>Engineering and Asset Management Unit</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>Geo-Environmental Section</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>Oregon Department of Transportation</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>355 Capitol St NE, Room 301</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>Salem, OR 97301</FONT></P>
<P><FONT face=Tahoma size=3>(503) 986-3526</FONT></P></FONT></EM></DIV>
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