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Plan Set Order

Organize plan sheet sections to show a logical progression of the project work. Group plan sheets according to their type and give each section a sequential letter. Follow the section order shown below. On most projects reserve Sections A, B, C, and D for the categories shown. Use the remaining sections as necessary to fit the specific project requirements. Other sections may be added as necessary. Use an arrangement within the guidelines that best fits the project needs. For instance, on a project that consists only of scattered work sites it may be advantageous to use a section for each site.

Typically place tabulation of quantity sheets at the beginning of the section, followed by sheets showing the work. Place Standard Drawings and Details at the end of the section where they apply.

  1. GENERAL INFORMATION - includes Title Sheet, Sheet Index, Abbreviations, and Vicinity Maps
  2. SUMMARY OF QUANTITIES
  3. TYPICAL SECTION
  4. PLAN-PROFILE
  • APPROACH ROADS
  • PARKING AREAS
  • SOIL EROSION AND SEDIMENT CONTROL
  • MATERIALS SOURCES
  • DRAINAGE
  • WALLS
  • SAFETY FEATURES - usually only contains project specific details, Standard Drawings, and Details. Quantities are usually shown within the Plan-Profile section.
  • FENCES, GATES, AND CATTLE GUARDS - usually only contains project specific details, Standard Drawings, and Details. Quantities are usually shown within the Plan-Profile section.
  • MISCELLANEOUS - for drawings that fit nowhere else, but not weighty enough for a separate section
  • WETLAND MITIGATION - or other sections showing off-road work such as LANDSCAPING AND REVEGETATION
  • TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL
  • PERMANENT TRAFFIC CONTROL
  1. BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION DETAILS - drawings obtained from the Bridge section; typically placed last

Remember: Always number the sections sequentially. A section letter is not tied to the topic shown.