DDSM 2023 Proposed Revisions

City of El Mirage — Regular Meeting (2022-12-06)

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DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS MANUAL
© 2022 Kyle Zirkus Photo
Adopted by City Council:
December 6, 2022
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NEW IN THE 2023 EDITION
The City of El Mirage Development Services and Public Works Departments collaborated to review and provide
comments/updates on the 2022 version of the Design & Development Standards Manual (DDSM) in an attempt to
provide more consistent and comprehensive guidelines for its citizens as well as designers and contractors working
within the City. The revisions made in this Manual are summarized below. Minor revisions such as spelling,
formatting, etc. are not included in the summary.
Revised Standards (these sections have been highlighted in the Manual)
Chapter 1(A-3)(C)
Chapter 1(B-2)(I)(2, 3 & 5)
Chapter 1(C-4)(B)(4)

Chapter 1(E-1)(A)(3)
Chapter 1(I-2)(C & D)
Chapter 1(J-21)
Chapter 1(L-1)(C)(9)
Chapter 3-1(E)
Chapter 3-2(L)(1)
Chapter 3-2(P)
Chapter 3-4(B)(9b)
Chapter 3-4(C)(5c)
Chapter 3-4(I)(6)
Chapter 4-3(B)(2a)(1)
Chapter 5-2(G)(1c)
Chapter 5-2(K)(1b)
Chapter 6-2(C)(12)
Chapter 6-2(H)(1e, g & i))
Chapter 6-2(I)(1h)
Chapter 8(7 & 8)
Revised Details
EM-101-1 thru 12
EM-111-1
EM-132-1
EM-158
EM-259
EM-325
EM-345
EM-351
EM-352-1
EM-353
EM-361
EM-364
EM-390
EM-406
EM-440-1
New Details
None
Revised Appendices
Guidance for Design of Striping & Signage Plans
Auxiliary Lane Criteria
Streetlight Master Plan
Traffic Signal Master Plan
Material Testing Guidelines
Water & Wastewater System Design Criteria
New Appendices
Streets Classifications Map
Speed Limit Map
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materials, the Planning Director shall review them for completeness to determine
whether a complete final plat submittal has been made and shall refer the material to
appropriate agencies for review and comment. Upon being notified of the comments and
any necessary approvals of reviewing agencies, the Planning Director shall forward the
final plat, comments and approvals of reviewing agencies and pertinent supporting
materials to the Council. Incomplete final plats, or final plats for which necessary
approvals have not been secured, shall not be forwarded to Council for action.

5. Final Plat Approval. Following receipt of the final plat, the recommendation from the
Planning Director and Chairperson of the Planning and Zoning Commission that the
final plat complies with the preliminary plat, and required supporting materials, the City
Council shall either approve the final plat or disapprove the final plat and notify the
subdivider of the conditions to be met to gain approval. If disapproved final plat is
modified and resubmitted to the City Council at a later date for their consideration, the
Council may require the concurrent submittal of an updated ownership and encumbrance
report or title opinion.

6. Plat Recording. The City Clerk shall record the Final Plat after City Council approval
and gathering of signatures. Preliminary Plats and phasing plans are reviewed by the
TAC Committee and approved by the Planning Commission for the City. Final Plats are
approved by the City Council as a consent item on the Council Agenda. The Engineering
Division approves all street designs and engineering drawings associated with right-of-
way and drainage improvements proposed for construction in the development. The
Zoning Administrator reviews, approves and inspects the landscaping in the City’s
ROW and common shared areas.

B. Use of Professional Surveyors and Engineers

Drawings and maps required for the pre-application conference and Preliminary Plat
submittals need not be prepared by registered land surveyor or engineering professionals. A
licensed Land Surveyor registered in the State of Arizona shall prepare the Final Plat Map.
All other drawings, engineering drawings and final maps submitted for approval shall be
prepared by a licensed Professional Engineer registered in the State of Arizona.

C. Request for Design Exception

Technical provisions of this Design & Development Standards Manual may be waived or
modified through a Request for Design Exception. A copy of the request document, which
is located in the Appendix of this Manual, shall be filled out and submitted to the
Engineering Division. There is no guarantee that the request will be approved.

D. Phasing Plans

Preparation of phasing plans shall be required when phasing of lot sales or public
improvements is proposed. The TAC Committee may approve preliminary and final phasing
plans. Phasing plans shall be considered when performance bonds or other final assurances
are accepted for proposed improvements.

Senate Bill 1062 became effective July 13, 1995, and was passed to protect military airports
from encroachment of urban development. Provisions of Senate Bill 1062 require public
disclosure for residential resale, new development and bulk property sales. As such any
development located within the vicinity of a military airport shall include note 8.

Note 9 is required if the development is located in the vicinity of a City of El Mirage
Designated Truck Route. The specific streets designated as a truck route shall be listed. Note
10 is required if the development is located within the vicinity of a rock quarry or a gravel
operation. Note 11 is required if the development is located within the vicinity of a railroad.

Additional site specific notes may be required by the City.

1. No construction of any kind shall placed within the utility easements, except utilities,
wood, wire, or removable section type fencing, and/or paving, nor any planting except
grass.

2. All new and existing utility, electrical facilities less than 13 KVA, cable T.V.,
telecommunications, fiber optics, cellular, gas, etc. shall be installed underground as part
of the street improvements.

3. Maintenance of surface and underground drainage facilities within all tracts, easements
and rights-of-way shall be the responsibility of the property owner.

4. All lot corners shall be monumented with ½” rebar and capped or tagged bearing the
registration number of the surveyor responsible for their placement.

5. Signs, fences, walls, utility boxes, structures, shrubs, hedges or other plants shall not be
permitted within view easements or the sight distance triangles. No limbs, leaves, needles
or other foliage above 30-inches in height or below 84-inches are permitted.

6. This development is located within the City of El Mirage Water Service Area and has
been designated as having a 100-year assured water supply. In cases of private water
companies, the note shall read: This development is located within the (insert private
company name) Water Service Area and has been designated as having a 100-year
assured water supply. (Insert Certification # and date of approval by Arizona Department
of Water Resources).

7. This development is located within the City of El Mirage Sewer Service Area.

8. This development is located within the vicinity of a military airport.

9.
This development is located in the vicinity of a designated truck route. (Insert the name
of the street(s)) is/are designated as a Truck Route by the City of El Mirage.

10. This development is located in the vicinity of a Rock Quarry (Gravel Operation).

11. This development is located in the vicinity of a railroad.
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B. Relationship of Lots to Streets

1. Side lot lines shall be substantially at right angles or radial to street lines.

2. Every lot shall abut upon a public street or private street or access way designed and
appropriate for providing vehicular access.

3. Lot lines for private streets constructed to less than City street standards shall be extended
to the center of the street. Net lot area, for conformance with the minimum required lot
area for the zoning district, shall not include the street easement or tract area.

4. Single-family residential lots extending through the block and having frontage on two
parallel streets shall not be permitted except where the second street is designated as a
collector or arterial street. The rear lot line of through lots shall be buffered as determined
by the Development Services Department.

C. Utility Easement Planning

1. Where alleys are provided, four-foot aerial overhead easements on each side of alley shall
be provided by dedication.

2. Guy and anchor easements shall be one-foot wide on each side of a lot line and
approximately 35-feet in length measured from the rear lot line.

3. An eight-foot Public Utility Easement (PUE) shall be dedicated along both sides of all
streets, including arterial streets, adjacent to the right-of-way or private street/access way.

4. For lots facing on curvilinear streets, utility easements may consist of a series of straight
lines with points of deflection not less than 120-feet apart. Points of deflection should
always occur at the junction of side and rear lot lines on the side of the exterior angle.
Curvilinear designs for easements and alleys may be provided and shall be designed with
a minimum radius for the easement or alley of not less than 800-feet.

5. A public drainage easement shall be required for streams, basins, lakes, golf courses,
significant surface drainage courses or other watercourses that abut or cross the tract and
accept drainage from public areas. Dedication of an easement with sufficient width to
permit widening, deepening, relocating, or protecting the watercourse shall be required.
The minimum dimension of the width of a public drainage easement is 50-feet.

6. Land within a public street or drainage easement or land within a utility easement for
major power transmission lines or pipelines shall not be considered a part of the
minimum required lot area. This shall not be construed as applicable to land involved in
utility easements for distribution or service purposes.

7. Tracts with park or open space use designations shall contain a one-foot Vehicular Non-
Access Easement (VNAE) along the borders of the tract. The VNAE shall be written so
as to allow access only to maintenance vehicles.
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SECTION E

STREET AND UTILITY IMPROVEMENT REQUIREMENTS

It is the purpose of this section to establish in outline the minimum acceptable standards for improvement
of public streets and utilities; to define the responsibility of the developer in the planning, construction,
and financing of public improvements; and to establish procedures for review and approval of
engineering plans.

E-1
ENGINEERED PLANS

The developer shall prepare a complete set of engineering drawings for construction of streets,
public water and sanitary sewer facilities, drainage, and for construction of all other required
improvements.

A. Engineering Plan Preparation

1. Preliminary plans shall be prepared in conjunction with the Preliminary Plat submittal
and final draft plans submitted with the Final Plat submittal.

2. The plans shall be prepared by a civil engineer registered in the state of Arizona and
reviewed for approval by the City Engineer.

3. All engineering plans shall be approved by the City Engineer prior to approval of the
Final Plat by the City Council.

B. National Flood Insurance Program

Engineering plans for drainage facilities in areas of special flood hazard, or which alter areas
of special flood hazard shall be approved by the City Engineer for general conformance to the
National Flood Insurance Program and related regulations.

E-2
STREET IMPROVEMENTS

A. Developer’s Responsibility of the Required Improvements

1. All improvements required in streets, alleys, or easements that are required as a condition
to plat approval shall be the responsibility of the developer; provided, however, that he
may be allowed to meet the requirement by participation in an improvement district
approved by the City Engineer.

2. The developer shall repair damages to any existing improvements adjacent to the
proposed development caused by the project.

3. The development shall have as its primary access, a paved public road between its
boundary and an existing, public, paved road that has been constructed to City standards.
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B. Plan Review

Once the plans and necessary reports for a development have been prepared, they shall be
submitted to the City of El Mirage Engineering Division. The Engineering Division will
distribute the plans to the appropriate City departments for review and comment. These
comments will be compiled, consolidated, and returned to the applicant. All such comments
shall be incorporated into the plans and reports by the applicant prior to resubmittal.

C. Right-of-Way/Easements

When required, the acquisition and dedication of new rights-of-way and/or easements shall be
coordinated with the Engineering Division. Deeds and other necessary documents for the
dedications of rights-of-way, easements and/or parcels shall be prepared by the developer and
submitted to the Engineering Division for review and approval.
The property owner is responsible for the dedication of adjacent full streets of rights-of-way
and shall provide the adjacent full street improvements including, but not limited to: paving,
curb,
gutter,
sidewalk,
landscaping,
irrigation,
street
lighting,
signage,
signal
installation/relocation, drainage infrastructure, interconnect conduit and pavement striping.
Half street dedication and improvements will be allowed on a case by case basis.

D. Street Lights

Streetlights are required on all streets within or adjacent to any proposed development.
Streetlights are also required at each intersection and commercial/industrial driveway. Street
light layout plans for these facilities must be included in the overall submittal, in accordance
with the City Code Sections 154.106(A) and 155.052(A)(8), the IES RP8 model, the Arizona
Public Service Company (APS) Standards and Approved Manufacturers for Street Lights.
The developer is required to hire a professional electrical engineer to prepare the street light
layout plans. Photometrics must be included with the plans for any proposed lighting along a
public street or whenever adjacent to a residential use. The plans will be reviewed by the
City and once approved; the applicant shall forward copies to APS. APS owns and maintains
all street lights within the City.

E. Striping and Signage

Each developer is required to install striping and signage on all streets. Striping and signage
plans must be included in the overall submittal package.

F. Construction

Construction/Improvement Permits are required for all improvements in accordance with City
of El Mirage ordinances whether or not they are referenced or stated in this manual. Any
contractor found working on a project without an official set of approved plans or a valid
permit will be required to discontinue work on El Mirage rights-of-way and public utility
easements, including development of private property. It is the responsibility of the permit
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c. Variable Message Board (VMB) signs shall be placed 5 working days before
commencement of construction or as otherwise directed by the City.

B. All Other Streets

All projects on streets not classified as arterial streets must post the following information:

1. Names of authorizing company and permittee.
2. Phone number for job information and to leave a message.
3. Estimated start and completion dates for project.
4. Project description.

J-21
STRIPING AND MARKING FACILITY POLICY

All striping and markings removed during construction by the permittee shall be replaced by the
permittee. The City shall approve all obliteration, layout of markings to be replaced and type of
material used to replace the striping and marking.

All striping and marking on new asphalt shall be painted first and then thermoplastic shall be
installed a minimum of 30 days later.

The City may require a developer to refresh all striping and RPMs along the half right of way
along the project frontage as part of the design plans.

J-22
ORDER OF PRECEDENCE

It is not intended by these guidelines to repeal, abrogate, annul, or in any way impair or interfere
with existing provisions of other laws or ordinances except those specifically repealed with
private agreement, restrictive covenants running with the land to which the City is a party. Where
these guidelines impose a greater restriction on land, buildings, or structures than is imposed or
required by such existing provision law, contract, ordinance, or deed, the provisions of these
guidelines shall prevail.

J-23
DEFINITIONS AND ABBREVIATIONS

The words, abbreviations, or phrases used in these guidelines may be found in the Uniform
Standard Specifications and Details for Public Works Construction Manual as published by
MAG. All other words or phrases shall be according to the generally accepted meaning in the
English language.

J-24 UTILITY CONFLICT REVIEW POLICY

The developer or a designated representative of the design team is required to contact the Blue
Stake Center, other jurisdictions, and any City and non-City utilities or service providers within
the project limits to determine the locations of their facilities within the areas affected by the
project. Information about the Arizona Blue Stake one call locating identification center can be
found at http://www.azbluestake.com/.

C. Development Permit Process

The appropriate Engineering Construction Permit for development related construction shall
be obtained from the City website at http://www.elmirageaz.gov/1161/Development-
Standards. Permits for off-site construction are issued following plan approval by the
Engineering Division.

A Grading at Owner’s Risk Permit may be issued following at least one plan review provided
plans are in general compliance with the City’s codes and standards. Such a permit requires a
set of redlined grading and drainage plans and a disclaimer attached to the permit to be signed
by a principal of the firm requesting the permit.

Prior to obtaining an Engineering Construction Permit for any development project the
owner/developer shall provide the following information:

1. Proof of a recorded Final Plat or approved Site Plan.

2. Developer responsible to pay all fees.

3. Two 24x36 sets of all construction plans and reports and a PDF of the full submittal
package.

4. Copy of the County Dust Control Permit

5. Copy of the ADEQ Notice of Intent (NOI), if applicable

6. Copy of the MCESD Approval to Construct (ATC), if applicable

7. All contractors must provide a Certificate of Insurance naming the City of El Mirage as
“Additionally Insured”, per Section 151.008 of the City Code.

8. A copy of the signed construction contract showing quantities. The permit fee for water,
sewer, trenching, conduit, gas or other pipelines, drywells, curb, gutter, sidewalks,
driveways, flood irrigation, landscape, landscape irrigation, well abandonment and utility
lines, is 3.5% of the contract price for each permit.

9. All contractors, subcontractors, and developers that have an office within the City of El
Mirage must obtain a business license to operate in the City of El Mirage. A Business
License
can
be
obtained
from
the
City’s
website
at
http://www.bizconnectpro.com/elmirage.html

Although all appropriate Engineering Construction Permits may be issued simultaneously
subject to the provisions listed above, the City of El Mirage will not allow construction of
above ground street improvements (curb, gutter, sidewalk, paving, etc.) until the water
and sewer lines, trench bedding and backfill have been installed, tested, videoed,
inspected and accepted by the City of El Mirage and the Substantial Letter of Completion
has been issued. Upon the issuance of the Substantial Letter of Completion the City will
allow the construction of the curb, gutter, sidewalk and paving construction to commence.

7. Alleys. The creation of new alleys is not permitted unless otherwise authorized by the
City Engineer. The design of parcels in areas with existing alleys shall provide for
continuation of the alley to a street or to an intersecting alley providing at least two access
points to streets. All alleys must be improved to City standards by the developer.

8. Bikeways. Bikeways include bike lanes, bike routes and shared streets (sharrows). Bike
lanes are typically found along collector and arterial roadways.

D. Unpaved Streets Policy

When unpaved streets are encountered which may provide access to and/or are adjacent to any
development, provisions for paving or dust control shall apply. Maricopa County has been
designated by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as being a Non- Attainment Area
for Air Quality. The City will not permit any new unpaved streets within the City, whether
public or private.

E. “Half-Street” Minimum Requirements

In cases where no adjacent street improvements exist, a developer is, at a minimum, responsible
for installing half of the full street improvements. The minimum paving width for residential
"half streets" shall be 25-feet, to permit two-way traffic. The width of the street shall be in
accordance with the standard cross-section of the specific street. Minimum pavement widths for
other types of streets shall be established on a case-by-case basis. In most cases, the developer
shall be required to install all required improvements of the half street and, as required by the
City, either a median or thickened edge on the unfinished side. If these minimum
improvements will require additional right-of-way, it will be the developer's responsibility to
obtain the required right-of-way. The developer may be responsible to install interconnect
conduit per City Standards adjacent to their site. If the development installs a traffic signal as
part of their project, interconnect communications is required at the new/modified signal. This
will include conduit per City Standards, 144-strand SMFO to the new control cabinet, and
connection to another signal with communications up to ¼ mile. Fiber splicing and a possible
node cabinet will be required. Additionally, the City may require improvements in excess of the
minimum required half-street, if it is deemed necessary to support the proposed development
and surrounding areas.

F. Intersections with Arterial Streets

Interior streets shall not intersect major arterial or minor arterial streets at other than the 1/4- or 1/2-
mile points of an arterial, except with specific written request submitted to the City Engineer
and acknowledgment of approval by the City. Widening of a collector street, right-of-way and
pavement section, at the intersection with the parkway, arterial or another collector street may
be necessary, based on provisions in Section 3-1. Refer to Section 3-4.I for intersection
detailed design criteria.

J. Fire Hydrants

Fire hydrants shall be installed and located in accordance with Chapter 5.

Two-way reflective blue raised pavement markers, ADOT Type BB, for fire hydrants shall be
installed for all new and relocated hydrants in accordance with MAG Detail 122.

K. Irrigation Facilities (Flood Irrigation)

All new developments shall provide for continued and undiminished service of affected
irrigation systems.

Private irrigation facilities shall be Concrete or PVC (minimum SDR 35) irrigation pipe and
shall be located on private property, within a private irrigation easement, and sized to carry at
least the same flow as the existing or replaced facilities, or as may otherwise be directed by the
City. The Engineer shall submit appropriate data to support the design.

Where there is a need for irrigation facilities to cross the public right-of-way, it shall be done
at approximately 90 degrees and must be tiled with Rubber-Gasket Reinforced Concrete Pipe
(RGRCP) Class V (minimum) in accordance with the criteria outlined in ASTM
Specifications Section C 76. Any private irrigation pipe proposed to be constructed in City
right-of-way shall be constructed with RGRCP as above. Work outside of the limits of the
development may be required to affect such irrigation.

It is not intended that the above material requirements be applied to existing tiled irrigation
facilities where minor roadway improvements (as determined by the City Engineer), such as a
driveway, are proposed and investigation by the owner of the irrigation facilities shows the
existing tile to be functionally and structurally adequate.

L. Power, Communication and Gas Utilities

1. All new and existing overhead utilities including but not limited to electrical facilities less
than 13 KVA, cable T.V., telecommunications, fiber optics, etc. shall be installed
underground as part of the street improvements. Gas facilities shall be installed
underground, except where geological conditions prohibit such undergrounding and with
specific written request submitted to the City Engineer and acknowledgment of approval by
the City. Work outside of the limits of the development may be required to affect such
undergrounding.

If new facilities are proposed in an area that has existing overhead lines, the new facilities
shall be undergrounded along with any existing overhead facilities. There may be an
opportunity to delay installation of facilities underground until such time as the developer may
participate in reinstalling these facilities underground when a joint trench opportunity is
provided. When major upgrades are planned by utilities and telecommunications providers to
their networks, the providers may underground existing facilities that are currently on existing
poles.

2. Installation of new facilities or major enhancements to existing facilities shall be installed
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installation of the sign posts. The developer shall be responsible for the fabrication and installation
of all signs, in accordance with the City standards.

For public streets, street name signs shall be white on green. All street name signs shall be
retro-reflective. Private street name signs are considered non-standard and shall be
maintained by the Homeowner’s Association. Refer to City Detail EM-131.

P. Mailbox Standards

Mailbox facilities shall be in accordance with the U.S. Postal Service standards and requirements
and the location must be approved by the City. Mailboxes shall not be located within any
easements or within 6-feet of any fire hydrant or other aboveground utility structure or
facility. A streetlight shall be located such that the clustered mailbox locations are illuminated
in the same manner as the street.

Q. Traffic Control Devices

Traffic control, sign, barricades and pavement markings shall be in accordance with the Federal
Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (MUTCD) as revised. Street and lane closure shall
be in accordance with the Phoenix Traffic Barricade Manual and the MUTCD as revised. When
any existing traffic control signs, barricades, guardrails, traffic signal facilities and equipment is
called to be removed or replaced care shall be taken to salvage such facilities and equipment
and deliver to the City Public Works Office at 10355 N. 121st Avenue.

1. Traffic Signs and Pavement Markings – All new developments and roadway projects shall
provide the required traffic control signs, street name signs, sign posts and pavement
markings on all streets and intersections. The Developer is responsible to furnish and install
the signs, posts and markings. Final Certificate of Completion and Construction bonds
will not be released and streets will not be opened to the public until all signs and markings
have been installed.
2. Signing and Striping Plan – shall be submitted to the Engineering Division and
approved through the plan review process. All new and existing signs shall be shown on the
plans. It is the Design Engineers’ responsibility to design the Signing and Striping Plan to
meet standards as described by the latest adopted version of the MUTCD. The signing and
striping Plan shall include striping with Raised Pavement Markers (RPM) on arterial streets
with no adjacent street lighting and at other locations deemed necessary by the
Engineering Division through engineering judgment.
3. Signs and Sign Posts – shall conform to the latest adopted version of the MUTCD and City
of El Mirage Standards and be installed per city of City Detail EM-132.
4. Striping Installation – shall conform to the latest adopted version of the MUTCD,
MCDOT Pavement Marking Manual and City of El Mirage Standards.
5. Traffic Signals – Signal modifications that are a result of street widening or recommended in
the Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) related to the development are the responsibility of the
Developer. Signal conduit with pull boxes shall be provided at all major arterial, minor
arterial and collector street intersections. Traffic signal specifications and details shall be
designed in accordance with the Arizona Department of Transportation, Traffic Signals
and Lighting Specification and Standard Drawings.
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4. Future Street Extensions. Certain proposed streets, as designated by the City Engineer,
shall be extended to the development boundary to provide future connection with
adjoining unplatted lands. In general, these extensions should not be farther apart than the
maximum permitted length of a block, as specified herein.

5. Local Street Arrangement. Local streets shall be so arranged as to discourage their use by
traffic originating outside the immediate neighborhood. Local streets shall be discontinuous
and generally should be interrupted with jogs and offsets. Four-way intersections of local
streets should be avoided.

6. Marginal Access and Reverse Frontage Streets. Lots intended for single-family residential
use shall not front or have access from arterial streets. When a proposed development
abuts or contains an existing or proposed arterial street, the arrangement of interior streets
and lots shall prohibit marginal access streets and minimize reverse frontage streets, and
shall provide non-access easements along the arterial street, or such other treatment as may
be justified for protection of properties from the nuisance and hazard of high volume
traffic and for preservation of the traffic function of the arterial street.

7. Access Provisions for Development Boundary Constraint. When a residential subdivision
abuts the right-of-way of a railroad or limited access highway or abuts a commercial or
industrial land use, the City Engineer may require location of a street approximately
parallel to such right-of-way or use at a distance suitable for appropriate use of intervening
land, such distance being determined with due regard for approach grades, drainage,
embankments, bridges, and future grade separations.

8. Dead End Streets. Dead End Streets shall be prohibited except in locations approved by the
City Engineer for future street connection to adjacent unplatted lands.

9. Maximum Lengths for Blocks and Cul-de-sacs.

a. Maximum length of blocks, measured along the centerline of the street, and between
intersecting street center lines, shall not exceed 1000-feet or 15 times the minimum lot
width required in the zoning district. Blocks shall be as long as reasonably possible
under the circumstances within the above maximums in order to achieve depth and
possible street economy and to reduce the expense and safety hazard arising from
excessive street intersections.

b. The maximum length of cul-de-sac streets shall not exceed 600-feet, measured from the
intersection of right-of-way lines to the extreme depth of the turning circle along the
cul-de-sac street center line, unless specifically approved by the Engineering
Division. An exception may be made where topography constrains the number of
adjacent lots served and shall not be made merely because the tract has restrictive
boundary dimensions. In such cases, provision should be made for extension of the
street pattern to the adjoining unplatted parcel and a temporary turnaround installed,
or to alter the street pattern to eliminate the constraint. Cul-de-sac streets shall
terminate in a circular right-of-way 60-foot in radius with an improved unobstructed
traffic turning circle of at least 48 feet in radius. Refer to City Detail EM-114.
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c. Cut-Off Walls. In locations where dip sections are permitted to allow drainage flows to
cross roadways, cut-off walls conforming to MAG Standard Detail 552 shall be
installed. Cut-off walls shall be at least three-feet deep and have a top that is flush
with the pavement surface. The exposed portion of the cut-off wall shall have the
appearance of ribbon curb, with the same width as the street’s regular curb and gutter.
The cut-off walls shall extend across the flow path in the dip section to protect the
pavement structure during runoff flows from a 100-year storm event. Transitions will
be needed between the regular curbs and the cut-off walls at each end of the dip
section.

d. Curb Returns. Vertical curb shall be used through the curb return from PC to PT
regardless of whether the tangent curb sections are vertical or roll curb. All curb returns
shall be provided with sidewalk from PC to PT of the same width as that provided for
the sidewalk behind the tangent curb sections. If no sidewalk is provided behind the
tangent curb sections, the curb return sidewalk shall be at least five-feet wide.

e. Extruded Curb. Extruded curb is not allowed on any public or private property unless
approved by the Engineering Division. Extruded curb may be allowed if it is installed
as part of a multi-phase project where the curb is considered temporary and will be
removed as part of a future phase.

5. Bike Lanes

a. Bike lanes are required along collector and arterial roadways and shall have a
minimum width of 5.5 feet from edge to edge or edge to face of curb.

b. In areas with on-street parking, bicycle lanes shall always be placed between the
parking lane and the through traffic lane. The Design Engineer shall confirm the need
for buffers with the City prior to design.

c. Pavement surfaces shall be designed free from irregularities and the edges of the
pavement shall be uniform in width. No pavement cuts shall take place within a bike
lane; the contractor must sawcut outside of the limits of the lane and remove the full
width.

d. When a new roadway is designed, all drainage grates and utility covers should be kept
out of the bicyclists' expected path.

e. Drainage grates and utility covers shall be adjusted flush with the pavement surface on
all new construction and reconstruction.

f. On new construction where bicyclists will be permitted, curb inlets rather than
drainage grates should be used wherever possible. Bicycle safe drainage grates shall
be used on all roadways.

g. In instances where bicycle lanes cross railroad tracks, it may be necessary to design
and install additional safety measures. The Design Engineer shall confirm the
requirements with the City prior to starting design.
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c. Intersections within or near a curve. Distances ‘A’ and ‘B’ shown in City Detail EM-158
shall follow the street alignment when the intersection is within or near a horizontal
curve.

d. Unobstructed View Easements. Unobstructed view easements should be used as a
means to limit the height of structures, vegetation, and other improvements on corner
properties immediately adjacent to intersections. Unobstructed view easements are not to
be used as a substitute for intersection sight distance. Unobstructed view easements
provide additional visibility around corners for all intersection approaches and should be
applied to the design of perimeter walls and landscape features. Items within the
unobstructed view easements shall be no higher than 30-inch measured from the roadway
surface. City Detail EM-159 depicts the method used to determine the location.

4. Intersections with an unpaved leg. If an intersection has a leg that is unpaved, the paving to
be placed in the intersection shall extend to the end of the normal curb return location on the
unpaved leg at a minimum.

5. Valley Gutters at Street Locations

a. Locations of Valley Gutters. Valley gutters may only be used across minor and local
collector streets, and local residential streets. Exceptions must be approved by the City
Engineer.
b. Valley Gutter Widths. Valley gutters should be constructed in accordance with MAG
Standard Detail 240, except that concrete for valley gutters shall conform to MAG
Standard Specification 725, Type ‘A’ with a minimum 28-day compressive strength of
3,000 psi.

6. Turning Lanes. A separate turning lane permits separation of conflicting traffic
movements and removes turning vehicles for the intersection area. Right turn lanes shall be
provided at all signalized intersections, intersections and driveways on streets classified as Major
Arterial or higher and other locations where warranted. For left turn lanes at signalized
intersections, dual turn lanes should be considered when the turn volume exceeds 200
vehicles per hour, the opposing through volume exceeds 1,000 vehicles per hour, or the
delay to left turning vehicles exceeds 45 seconds. Abrupt reduction of alignment and sight
distance standards should be avoided. The length of these lanes depends on several factors
and must be determined via a Traffic Impact Study. At a minimum, the lanes shall have
160 feet of storage and a 100-foot taper. See the Auxiliary Lane Criteria in the Appendix
for additional information.

7. Median Openings. Raised medians are required on parkways and designated arterial and
collector streets to separate traffic flows, channelize left turns, and reduce conflicts. Median
openings are limited according to the street classification.

a. Spacing of Median openings. If a street has a raised median, it is not possible to provide
an opening in the median for every street intersection or driveway. Full median openings
should not occur at intervals less than ¼-mile on parkways and major arterial streets.
Partial median openings, which allow only left turns off the major street, are acceptable at
1/8-mile spacing. On minor arterials, full access median openings should not occur at
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basin, additional basins shall be added to retain/detain runoff from these areas. The City
Engineer may make exceptions on a case by case basis.

4. The sub-drainage areas for each basin shall be denoted on the plans and the calculations
for each sub-basin storm water storage required shall be provided. Overflow from any
sub-basin may be safely routed to another sub-basin, to ultimately be contained in the
compilation of storm water storage provided. The storm water storage provided shall
contain 100% of the 100-year, 1-hour storm event, as actually routed through the
development. Over sizing (having a capacity greater than the possible capture volume) of
intermediate basins will not be considered for the provision of storm water storage
required beyond the volume of the contributing area.

5. Underground or concealed storm water storage facilities may be considered on a case by
case basis. Installation of approved underground facilities shall conform to Section 4-
2.A.8 and City Detail EM-406.

a. The High-Water Level (HWL) shall be denoted on the plans for each basin or
ponding area. The basin depth (overall average depth) shall be measured from the
lowest point to the elevation of the basin overflow. This is not to be considered the
water surface elevation of the basin’s storm water storage depth (HWL) for the
period storm event. The HWL elevation shall be designed to prevent damage of
public improvements and minimize damage of site improvements, such as paving,
structures, utilities, walls, landscape, signs and light standards.

b. The Outfall elevation and each basin Overflow elevation shall be shown on the plans.

c. Storm Water Storage facilities located within a drainage way, channel way, or
floodway are prohibited.

B. Grading

1. Depths.

a. The overall average depth shall not exceed 3-feet without authorization of the
City. If granted, the side slopes shall be flattened (See 4-3.B.2.(a)(3)). At the
City's option, the basin may be fenced to allow steeper side slopes or greater
depths.

b. In no case shall the water storage depth exceed 1.0 foot without a positive means
(not relying on evaporation) of disposing of accumulated runoff. Soils
Investigation Reports and testing in accordance with Section 4-3.B.8.b.(3) must
demonstrate that the facility is able to drain the first 1.0 foot of storage in
accordance with the City’s requirements, otherwise a positive means of disposing
accumulated runoff in accordance with these provisions, will be required.

2. Slopes, Side and Bottom.

a. The bottom of all basins shall be sloped towards the discharge points. The
minimum bottom slope shall be 0.1%.

(1) Side Slopes. Side slopes adjacent to public rights-of-way, within a Public Utility
Easement or when there is pedestrian type access to that portion of the basin, shall
have a side slope of 6:1 or flatter. There shall be at least 2-feet of level ground
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Scour depth will be estimated using Arizona State Standard Attachment (SSA) 5-96,
Guideline 2, Level I, as published by the Arizona Department of Water Resources. The
engineer will estimate the depth of scour and design the top of pipe to conform to Section
6-1.413 of SSA 5-96. The engineer shall submit the scour analysis with the final plans.

All pipelines located within the scour zone must be protected by installing a cut-off wall,
downstream of the pipeline to stabilize the scour depth. Cut-off walls will be structurally
designed to the scour conditions calculated.

G. Fire Hydrants

1. Materials and Details
a. Fire hydrants shall be per City Detail EM-360.

b. All of the hydrants that are directly connected to the City of El Mirage distribution
system must be public hydrants. Any hydrants that connect to a private line are
considered private.

c. The City may require existing hydrants along the project of a new development or re-
development project to be re-painted.

2. Fire Flow and Number of Hydrants Required

a. The minimum required fire flow and minimum required number of fire hydrants are
per Table B105.1 and Table C105.1 from the International Fire Code, approved
edition.

b. Reduction of fire flow up to 50% is possible, but not automatic, when the buildings
have fire sprinkler systems installed. Formal request in writing shall be made to the
Fire Department. Please include information of water availability, water purveyor,
total building square footages, proposed usage, construction type of the buildings,
sprinkler system information, and water storage information (if applicable). If
approved, the Fire Department will issue a Fire Flow Reduction approval letter.

3. Hydrant Spacing

a. Residential: 500-feet maximum in a single-family residential development.

b. Non-Residential:
Average Spacing shall be per Table C105.1 of the 2012 IFC,
except for Fire-Flow up to 5000 gpm, the average spacing shall
be 300-feet.

300-feet maximum in multi-family, commercial/industrial
areas.

c. Collector Roads:
1000-feet maximum

d. Arterial streets with 4 or more traffic lanes;
Roadways with a traffic count of more than 30,000 vehicles per day; or
Roadways with median dividers.
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minimum size of 5/8-inch. All 5/8-inch and 1-inch meters shall be installed in a No. 2
meter box.

4. Water Meters Larger than 3-Inch Diameter

Water meters 3-inch and larger shall be installed in accordance with City Detail EM-345.
Water meters will be supplied and installed by the City.

A 20-scale detail is required for all large meters (3" and larger). The design engineer must
provide a detail on the plans which depicts the meter and backflow device including
manufacturer and model number, vandal enclosure, fittings, landscape, and easements at
the proposed location per City requirements. If there is a change to meter or backflow
device, the detail must be modified as a plan revision prior to installation in the field.

5. Location for Access, Maintenance, and Drainage Control

a. Water services installed outside of public right-of-way shall be contained within a
dedicated easement for access, maintenance and reading of meters.

b. Water meters shall not be located in parking lots, driveways, or in areas of paving or
where traffic may cause damage to the service, meter or meter box. Meters will not
be fenced in and must be accessible at all times.

c. In landscape areas, proposed grading shall direct runoff to flow away from the meter
installation.

d. Above ground vandal enclosures are required for all meters 3-inch and larger.

K. Backflow Prevention

1. Facility Requirements

a. Backflow protection will be required on fire lines and the domestic and irrigation
water supply lines to all commercial (including multi-family) and industrial facilities
to prevent the possibility of polluting or contaminating the potable water system.
Additional backflow prevention assemblies may be required to isolate potential
internal hazards per reviewer request. A backflow preventer will also be required for
any vacant residential property where a building permit for a new home build is not
approved.

b. Containment (or secondary protection) will be installed at the service connection or
downstream side of the water meter. The backflow assembly shall be installed as close
as possible to the water meter for domestic and landscape irrigation services, but not
closer than 5 feet, and shall be installed on private property but not within any
easements. The backflow assembly shall be installed as close to the property line or
mainline tie in for fire lines and shall be installed on private property but not within any
easements. It is not permitted to combine the meter and the backflow into one assembly.
A (RP) Reduced Pressure Principle Backflow Preventer shall be installed as standard
containment protection. Any backflow prevention assembly other than an (RP) must
have written approval from the Public Works Department. Installation of secondary
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C. Location of Sewer Lines

1. Limited Access Parkway - sewer main alignment shall be reviewed individually.

2. Arterial streets - sewer mains shall be offset from the street centerline 13-feet south or
west.

3. Collector streets - sewer mains shall be offset from the street centerline 6-feet south or
west.

4. Local streets - sewer mains shall be offset from the street centerline 6-feet. For
curvilinear streets the offset from the street centerline can range from 6 to 9-feet south or
west.

5. Generally, the intent is to avoid locating the manhole covers so that wheel line of normal
traffic does not track over the casting. The location for the covers and lids should not be
closer than 6-feet from the street drainage flow line or gutter line.

6. All sewers shall be parallel to the centerlines or as close to parallel as possible.

7. In cases where public sewers are authorized outside of public rights-of-way, all such
sewers shall be centered and parallel to the property lines or as close to parallel as
possible.

8. Vertical and horizontal separation from water lines shall be in accordance with MAG
Section 610.5, MAG Standard Detail 404-1 and City Detail EM-402.

9. No part of any manhole shall be located any closer horizontally than the depth of cover or
6-feet, whichever is greater, from any wall, fence or structure, etc.

10. Public sewer lines will not be permitted within the limits of retention/detention basins.

11. Sewer service lines shall not be located under driveways or under concrete aprons
adjacent to driveways.

12. Private sewer lines are not recommended to be placed beneath retention/detention basins.

D. Easements

1. Sewer easements are to be dedicated for the specific use, maintenance and repair of the
sewer line, and any associated appurtenances. Sewer easements are to be dedicated as
part of a Final Plat or by separate instrument with written approval from the Engineering
Division.

2. Sewer lines shall be located within public rights-of-way or centered within a 20-foot wide
easement dedicated for sewer line, or within a 30-foot wide easement (minimum width)
dedicated for both water and sewer lines. Larger easement widths with a minimum clear
width equal to twice the depth of cover will be required for deeper installations as
determined by the Public Works Department or Engineering Division.

3. No other parallel utilities shall be located within the public water or sewer easement.
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9. Wash Crossings

All wash crossings will be constructed using restrained joint ductile iron pipe with an
approved lining. Bury requirements to place sewer lines under washes or channels shall
be based upon the 100-year peak design discharge (Q100) in the channel or wash.

H. Manholes

1. Materials and Details

a. All manholes shall be per COEM and MAG Standard Details and Specifications
except that manhole steps are not allowed.

b. Lateral pipes shall not enter a manhole at an angle greater than 90 degrees to the
sewer trunk line.

c. Manholes with a through line shall have the invert on a continuous slope or a
minimum 0.20-foot drop through the manhole.

d. Manholes with a line intersecting the through line: the intersecting line invert shall be
a minimum of 0.20 foot above the flow line of the through line. The lines shall
intersect at not more than a 90-degree angle.

e. Pipes of different sizes entering/exiting a manhole shall match crowns.

f.
Manholes on boundaries of the development or improvement district shall have stubs
with shaped inverts in appropriate directions for future connections.

g. Manholes which exceed 12 feet in depth or within an arterial street shall be 5-foot in
diameter, without steps.

h. If the sewer main is 15-inches or greater, the manhole shall be 5-foot in diameter,
without steps.

i.
Epoxy coating of manhole interior walls and bases, including bench and channel, is
required for all new public manholes and any existing manholes that are proposed to
be directly discharged to via a new pipe.

Epoxy coating systems and installation shall meet current City specifications and the
requirements of City Detail EM-101-12.

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the curb).

b. Taps are not allowed into manholes unless approved by the Engineering Division.

c. A 3-foot minimum separation between service taps is required. A 5-foot minimum
separation between a service tap and the outside diameter of a manhole is required.

d. All taps shall be stationed using the closest downstream manhole as station 0+00.

e. All taps shall be perpendicular to the lateral.

f.
Taps are not allowed into existing 12-inch or larger sewers.

g. Provide one single service tap for each residential or commercial building lot.
Additional taps are not allowed unless approved by the Engineering Division with
written approval by the Public Works Department.

h. A backwater valve per City Detail EM-442 shall be provided on all service
connections. Backwater valves shall be located on private property and shall be
accessible for maintenance by the property owner.

2. Sizes

a. Tap sizes for single family residential developments shall be 4-inch minimum.
Larger taps shall be sized as determined by the Developer’s Design Engineer.

b. Commercial lots with buildings shall have a minimum 6-inch tap.

c. Multi-family developments shall have a minimum 6-inch tap.

d. All 8-inch and larger services shall discharge to a manhole.

3. Location. Proposed tap locations shall be shown on all plans. Any changes in the field
must be approved by the Engineering Division.

6-3
PRETREATMENT

A. Commercial Developments

1. Interceptor Requirements

a. A grease, oil, lint and/or sand interceptor(s) shall be required for laundries, eating
establishments, service stations, auto repair shops, car washes and other facilities
which the Public Works Department determines are necessary for the proper handling
of liquid wastes containing grease or oil in excessive amounts or any flammable
wastes, sand, or other harmful ingredients. Eating establishments include, but are not
limited to restaurants, cafeterias, bars, fast food, schools, nursing homes, clubs,
hotels/motels, hospitals, or any other non-private residence food service facility
generating grease bearing waste going to sanitary sewer.

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CHAPTER 8

DESIGN STANDARDS ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

1.
City of Peoria. (2019). Peoria Engineering Standards Manual. Retrieved from
https://www.peoriaaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=1916
2.
City of Peoria. (2019). City of Peoria Supplement to Maricopa Association of Governments
Uniform Standard Details. Retrieved from
https://www.peoriaaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=1928
3.
City of Prescott. (2016). City of Prescott General Engineering Standards. Retrieved from
http://www.prescott-az.gov/
wpcontent/uploads/2016/06/general_engineering_standards_final.pdf
4.
Town of Gilbert. (2019). Town of Gilbert Supplement to Maricopa Association of Governments
Uniform Standard Details for Public Works Construction. Retrieved from
https://www.gilbertaz.gov/home/showdocument?id=33275
5.
City of Surprise. (2016). Engineering Development Standards. Retrieved from
https://www.surpriseaz.gov/DocumentCenter/View/3154/Complete-Engineering-
Development-Standards?bidId=
6.
Maricopa County Department of Transportation. (2018). MCDOT Roadway Design Manual.
Retrieved from https://www.maricopa.gov/DocumentCenter/View/51399/Roadway-Design-
Manual-2020?bidId=
7.
City of Phoenix Water Services Department. (2021). Design Standards Manual for Water and
Wastewater Systems. Retrieved from
https://www.phoenix.gov/waterservicessite/Documents/2021_DSM-Final_101421.pdf
8.
City of Phoenix Materials Lab. (2021). Materials Sampling and Testing Requirements –
Compaction Requirements. Retrieved from
https://www.phoenix.gov/streetssite/Documents/Compaction%20Requirements.pdf

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CITY OF EL MIRAGE
SUPPLEMENT TO MAG UNIFORM STANDARD DETAILS
FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
JANUARY 2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
GENERAL INFORMATION
EM-101-1
GENERAL INFORMATION:
1.
NO PERSON, CORPORATION, CONTRACTOR, OR UTILITY SHALL WORK WITHIN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY, ROAD, STREET, OR EASEMENTS GRANTED FOR PUBLIC USE OR ALLEYS
WITHOUT SECURING AN ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT FROM THE ENGINEERING DIVISION.
2.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR GRADING, DRAINAGE, EROSION CONTROL, FLOOD CONTROL STRUCTURES, HAULING MATERIAL IN EXCESS OF
500 CUBIC YARDS, OILING, GRAVELING OR ANY SURFACING OF ANY STREET OR ALLEY, WATER SYSTEM, SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM, STORM DRAIN SYSTEM, TRENCHING, GAS
OR ANY OTHER TYPES OF PIPE LINES, DRYWELLS, PAVING, CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, FLOOD IRRIGATION, LANDSCAPE/IRRIGATION, TRAFFIC SIGNALS,
STRIPING AND SIGNAGE, BANK STABILIZATION AND CHANNELIZATION, STREET LIGHTS, WELL ABANDONMENT, UTILITY LINES SUCH AS ELECTRIC, TELEPHONES, TELEVISION,
COMMUNICATIONS AND OTHER SIMILAR FACILITIES.
3.
CONSTRUCTION WORK HOURS WITHIN THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE SHALL COMPLY WITH THE FOLLOWING:
FRIDAY, NIGHTTIME AND WEEKEND WORK REQUIRES PERMISSION IN WRITING FROM THE CITY ENGINEER OR THEIR DESIGNEE.
4.
NO INTERFERENCE WITH TRAFFIC FLOW ON PUBLIC STREETS OR ALLEYS SHALL BE PERMITTED DURING THE HOURS OF 6:00 A.M. TO 8:30 A.M. OR FROM 4:00 P.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
UNLESS PRIOR AUTHORIZATION IS OBTAINED IN WRITING BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE CITY ENGINEER OR THEIR DESIGNEE.
5.
PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS, THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER MUST PROVIDE THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE WITH THE SPECIFIC INFORMATION
NOTED IN SECTION L OF THE CITY'S DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL (DDSM) AND PAYMENT OF FEES PER THE CITY'S LATEST FEE SCHEDULE. ANY PERSON,
CORPORATION, CONTRACTOR, OR UTILITY COMPANY WORKING IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY, ROAD, STREET, OR EASEMENTS GRANTED FOR PUBLIC USE OR ALLEYS WITHOUT
SECURING A PERMIT IS SUBJECT TO A FINE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY CODE.
6.
TRAFFIC CONTROL SHALL CONFORM TO THE LATEST EDITIONS OF THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE MANUAL, MUTCD, AND THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE DESIGN AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL (DDSM). BARRICADES MUST BE CONTINUALLY MAINTAINED THROUGHOUT THE DURATION OF THE PROJECT. IF ANY PART OF THE
TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN FALLS WITHIN 300' OF A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION, AN OFF-DUTY OFFICER WILL BE REQUIRED FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL. A TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN
(TCP) SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION A MINIMUM OF TWO WORKING DAYS (48-HOURS) PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION UNLESS A FULL CLOSURE IS
REQUESTED IN WHICH 2 WEEKS NOTICE IS REQUIRED. AN ACCEPTED TCP WILL BE STAMPED AND A COPY RETURNED TO THE CONTRACTOR AND/OR TRAFFIC CONTROL
COMPANY. A COPY OF THE ACCEPTED PLAN MUST REMAIN ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES.
7.
THE PLANS SHALL COMPLY WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITY ACT'S ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES, AS PUBLISHED IN THE FEDERAL REGISTER ON SEPTEMBER 15, 2010.
8.
REFER TO SECTION N AND CHAPTERS 7-3 AND 7-4 OF THE DDSM FOR A LIST OF THE REQUIRED CLOSE OUT ITEMS. ANY QUESTIONS SHOULD BE DIRECTED TO THE
ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
CONSTRUCTION TYPE
MAY 1 - SEPTEMBER 30
OCTOBER 1 - APRIL 30
A
ALL CONSTRUCTION WORK -
MONDAY THROUGH SATURDAY
6:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
7:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
B
ALL CONSTRUCTION WORK -
SUNDAY
8:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
8:00 A.M. TO 7:00 P.M.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
GENERAL NOTES
EM-101-2
SHEET 1 OF 2
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
GENERAL NOTES:
1.
ALL CONSTRUCTION SHALL CONFORM TO THE LATEST EDITION OF THE MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENT'S (MAG) UNIFORM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS AND
DETAILS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION. THE LATEST EDITION OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE DESIGN AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL (DDSM), GENERAL NOTES
AND STANDARD DETAILS WILL CONTINUE TO APPLY WHERE SUCH DETAILS WERE NOT ADOPTED OR INCLUDED BY MAG. ALTERNATE DETAILS AND SPECIFICATIONS MAY BE
SUBMITTED FOR REVIEW AND ACCEPTANCE BY THE ENGINEERING DIVISION. IF ACCEPTED, ALTERNATE DETAILS WILL BE SHOWN AS PART OF THE APPROVED PLANS/DETAIL
SHEETS.
2.
THIS SET OF PLANS HAS BEEN REVIEWED FOR COMPLIANCE WITH CITY REQUIREMENTS PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS. HOWEVER, SUCH
REVIEW SHALL NOT PREVENT THE CITY ENGINEER FROM REQUIRING CORRECTION OF ERRORS OR OMISSIONS IN PLANS FOUND TO BE IN VIOLATION OF ANY LAW OR
ORDINANCE.
3.
APPROVAL BY THE CITY ENGINEER IS FOR GENERAL LAYOUT IN RIGHT-OF-WAY ONLY. THIS APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION PLANS IS VALID FOR A PERIOD OF NINE (9)
MONTHS. ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS SHALL BE OBTAINED WITHIN THIS PERIOD OR THE PLANS SHALL BE RESUBMITTED FOR APPROVAL. WORK SHALL ALSO BE
CONTINUOUSLY PURSUED IN ORDER TO MAINTAIN A VALID PLAN APPROVAL AND PERMIT. APPROVAL IS ONLY FOR WORK WITHIN THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF EL
MIRAGE.
4.
THE CITY ENGINEER DOES NOT WARRANT ANY QUANTITIES SHOWN ON THESE PLANS.
5.
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMITS FOR ANY WORK WITHIN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS, AND ANY GRADING AND DRAINAGE, WHETHER ON-SITE OR OFF-SITE,
ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO COMMENCING WORK. THE BUILDING PERMIT SHALL NOT BE CONSTRUED IN ANY WAY AS PERMISSION TO COMMENCE WORK COVERED BY AN
ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT. IT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER TO UNDERSTAND THE WORK COVERED BY VARIOUS PERMITS.
6.
THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR SHALL BE NOTIFIED FORTY-EIGHT (48) HOURS PRIOR TO ANY CONSTRUCTION WORK BY TELEPHONE AT 623-876-2975. ANY WORK CONCEALED
WITHOUT INSPECTION SHALL BE SUBJECT TO REMOVAL AND REPLACEMENT AT THE CONTRACTOR'S/DEVELOPER'S EXPENSE.
7.
AN APPROVED SET OF PLANS MUST BE AVAILABLE ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES. THE CONTRACTOR'S/DEVELOPER'S REPRESENTATIVE (CAPABLE OF COMMUNICATING
WITH THE CITY'S REPRESENTATIVES) SHALL BE ON THE JOB AT ALL TIMES THE WORK IS BEING PURSUED.
8.
THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBERS TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE AT TIME OF ISSUANCE OF ENGINEERING
CONSTRUCTION PERMITS AND HAVE PERSONNEL AVAILABLE 24-HOURS A DAY TO RESPOND TO EMERGENCIES. IF THE CITY IS REQUIRED TO RESPOND AND MAKE
EMERGENCY REPAIRS ON BEHALF OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER, THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER IS RESPONSIBLE TO REIMBURSE THE CITY FOR ALL COSTS INCURRED.
9.
IT SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE PERMITTEE TO ARRANGE FOR THE RELOCATION AND RELOCATION COSTS OF ALL UTILITIES, AND SUBMIT A UTILITY RELOCATION
SCHEDULE PRIOR TO THE ISSUANCE OF AN ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT.
10.
ALL UNDERGROUND TANKS REQUIRE A PERMIT FROM THE FIRE DEPARTMENT PRIOR TO REMOVAL.
11.
THE PROCEDURES AND METHODS USED TO SAMPLE, TEST MATERIALS, AND REPORT TEST RESULTS WILL BE DETERMINED BY THE ENGINEERING DIVISION. FOR ALL PHASES
OF CONSTRUCTION, THE TYPE, SCHEDULING, FREQUENCY AND LOCATION OF ALL MATERIALS TESTING AND SAMPLING SHALL BE DETERMINED BY THE ENGINEERING
DIVISION. ALL TEST RESULTS SHALL BE REPORTED DIRECTLY (IN WRITING) TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION. FOR EACH PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION, TEST RESULTS (IN
WRITING) MUST BE RECEIVED FROM THE TESTING LABORATORY, PRIOR TO THE START OF THE NEXT PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION. ROCK CORRECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR
EACH IN-PLACE DENSITY TEST. NUCLEAR/SAND CONE CORRELATIONS ARE REQUIRED WITH ONE (1) SAND CONE TEST FOR EVERY TEN (10) NUCLEAR DENSITY TESTS TAKEN
ON-SITE. SEE CITY OF EL MIRAGE MATERIALS TESTING GUIDELINES FOR MORE INFORMATION.
12. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER TO SCHEDULE WATER AND SEWER TESTING WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR PER THE CITY'S DESIGN &
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL (DDSM). NO TESTING SHALL BE ACCEPTED BY THE INSPECTOR UNTIL ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES HAVE BEEN INSTALLED.
13.
THE EXCAVATING CONTRACTOR MUST GIVE A LOCATION FOR WASTING EXCESS EXCAVATION AND A LETTER FROM THE OWNER GIVING PERMISSION FOR DUMPING PRIOR TO
STARTING ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION.
14. IT IS THE CONTRACTOR'S SOLE RESPONSIBILITY TO VERIFY THE PRESENCE AND LOCATION OF ALL EXISTING OVERHEAD AND/OR UNDERGROUND UTILITIES THAT MAY
INTERFERE WITH THIS CONSTRUCTION, WHETHER OR NOT SAID UTILITIES ARE SHOWN ON THE CONSTRUCTION PLANS FOR THIS PROJECT, AND TO ADEQUATELY PROTECT
AND MAINTAIN ANY SUCH UTILITIES. ANY DAMAGE TO EXISTING UTILITIES SHALL BE REPAIRED AND/OR REPLACED AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE.
15.
THE ENGINEERING DIVISION DOES NOT ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR ERRORS OF LINE AND/OR GRADE ON ANY STAKING WHICH HAS BEEN DISTURBED IN ANY WAY, NOR DOES
THE DESIGN ENGINEER ASSUME ANY LIABILITY FOR ERRORS OF LINE AND/OR GRADE ON ANY STAKING THAT HAS BEEN IN PLACE FOR A PERIOD OF TWENTY-FOUR (24)
HOURS OR MORE WITHOUT THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE CONSTRUCTION FOR WHICH IT WAS SET.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
GENERAL NOTES
EM-101-2
SHEET 2 OF 2
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
GENERAL NOTES (CONTINUED):
16.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT BLUE STAKE AT (602) 263-1100 PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR TO MAINTAIN CURRENT BLUE
STAKE MARKINGS THROUGHOUT CONSTRUCTION.
17.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL LOCATE ALL EXISTING LANDSCAPING, LANDSCAPING IRRIGATION LINES, PROPERTY MONUMENTS, FENCING OR SURFACE FEATURES PRIOR TO
CONSTRUCTION. ANYTHING DISTURBED DURING CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE REPLACED IN KIND AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE.
18.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION AT (623) 251-3503 TO START THE PROCESS FOR OBTAINING A FIRE HYDRANT METER. ONCE APPROVED,
THE CONTRACTOR WILL CONTACT THE CUSTOMER SERVICE DEPARTMENT AT (623) 933-1228 TO SCHEDULE THE INSTALLATION OR RELOCATION OF THE HYDRANT METER.
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT RELOCATE HYDRANT METERS THEMSELVES. THE CONTRACTOR MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN SUPPORT, BACKFLOW PREVENTER AND CERTIFIED
TESTER WITH A CITY WITNESS. A COPY OF THE CERTIFICATION MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY INSPECTOR PRIOR TO USE.
19.
ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO CONSTRUCT STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCES IN ORDER TO REDUCE OR ELIMINATE THE TRACKING OF
SEDIMENT ONTO PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAYS OR STREETS. GRAVEL TRACK-OUT PADS SHALL MEET CURRENT MARICOPA COUNTY STANDARDS. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER
SHALL IMMEDIATELY REMOVE ANY SEDIMENT TRACKED ONTO PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAYS OR STREETS.
20. ALL DRAINAGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES SUCH AS SWALES, INTERCEPTION DITCHES, PIPES, PROTECTIVE BERMS, CONCRETE CHANNELS OR OTHER MEASURES DESIGNED TO
PROTECT IMPROVEMENTS, WHETHER EXISTING OR PROPOSED, FROM RUNOFF OR DAMAGE FROM STORM WATER, MUST BE CONSTRUCTED PRIOR TO THE CONSTRUCTION
OF ANY IMPROVEMENTS.
21. ANY AND ALL OBSTRUCTIONS WITHIN THE RIGHTS-OF-WAY AND EASEMENTS SHALL BE REMOVED BEFORE ANY CONSTRUCTION IS COMMENCED.
22. ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO OBTAIN A NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL
AND STATE REGULATIONS, INCLUDING NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI), NOTICE OF TERMINATION (NOT), AND STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP). A COPY OF
THE NOI AND SWPPP SHALL BE AVAILABLE ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES.
23. ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO OBTAIN ANY NECESSARY 401 AND 404 PERMITS. A COPY OF THE PERMIT SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE CITY PRIOR
TO APPROVAL OF THE GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLANS.
24. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER TO OBTAIN ANY AND ALL OTHER PERMITS AND MEET ANY REQUIREMENTS SET FORTH BY OTHER AGENCIES OR
UTILITIES WHICH HAVE JURISDICTION AT THE CONTRACTOR'S/DEVELOPER'S EXPENSE. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER SHALL MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THESE PERMITS
AS SET FORTH THEREIN.
25. AS A REMINDER, MARICOPA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT HAS ASKED THE CITY TO INFORM ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS WORKING IN THE CITY OF
EL MIRAGE OF THE FOLLOWING:
PER THE MARICOPA COUNTY AIR POLLUTION CONTROL RULES AND REGULATIONS ON EARTH MOVING EQUIPMENT PERMITS, NO PERSON SHALL CAUSE OR PERMIT THE USE
OF ANY POWER OR MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT FOR COMMERCIAL PURPOSES TO CLEAR, EXCAVATE OR LEVEL LAND, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BLASTING, DEMOLITION,
ROAD AND STREET CONSTRUCTION, SWIMMING POOL EXCAVATING, TRENCHING, VEGETATION REMOVAL, OR ENGAGE IN ANY OTHER EARTH MOVING ACTIVITIES WITHOUT
FIRST OBTAINING A PERMIT FROM THE MARICOPA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT. THE PROPERTY OWNER, LESSEE, DEVELOPER OR PRIME
CONTRACTOR WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ACQUIRING THE PERMIT.
ALSO AS A REMINDER, IF THE ABOVE REFERENCED DEVELOPMENT HAS WORK THAT NEEDS TO BE DONE IN THE MARICOPA COUNTY RIGHTS-OF-WAY, PLEASE OBTAIN ALL
PERMITS FROM THE MARICOPA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION. THE PERMITS ISSUED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE DO NOT COVER THE MARICOPA COUNTY
RIGHTS-OF-WAY.
26. EMERGENCY VEHICLE ACCESS TO BE MAINTAINED DURING ALL PHASES OF CONSTRUCTION AS REQUIRED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE FIRE DEPARTMENT.
27. ANY EXISTING LANDSCAPING AND/OR IRRIGATION SYSTEM DISTURBED BY CONSTRUCTION SHALL BE REPLACED IN KIND BY THE CONTRACTOR. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL
CALL AND COORDINATE THIS WORK WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT AT (480) 372-1131.
28. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR ALL JOB SITE SAFETY, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO MEETING ALL REQUIREMENTS OF OSHA AND ADOSH.
THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR IS NOT AUTHORIZED TO ADVISE OR DIRECT THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER REGARDING MATTERS OF JOB SITE SAFETY.
SHOULD THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER ACT ON SUCH ADVICE OR DIRECTION, IT IS AT THE RISK OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
GRADING AND DRAINAGE NOTES
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
GRADING AND DRAINAGE NOTES:
1.
THE GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLANS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER. THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR SHALL BE NOTIFIED AT (623) 876-2975, 48 HOURS BEFORE
ANY ON-SITE CONSTRUCTION BEGINS. AN APPROVED GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN MUST BE ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES. DEVIATIONS FROM THE PLANS MUST BE
PRECEDED BY AN APPROVED PLAN REVISION.
2.
AN ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ANY ON-SITE GRADING, INCLUDING CUSTOM HOMES. PRIOR TO THE RELEASE OF THE PERMIT, THE
CONTRACTOR MUST OBTAIN A DUST CONTROL PERMIT FROM THE MARICOPA COUNTY AIR QUALITY DIVISION AND PROVIDE A COPY TO THE CITY.
3.
GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN APPROVAL INCLUDES:
A.
CONSTRUCTION OF ALL SURFACE IMPROVEMENTS SHOWN ON THE APPROVED GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, RETENTION AREAS
AND/OR OTHER DRAINAGE FACILITIES, DRAINAGE PATTERNS, CHANNELS, WALLS, CURBING, ASPHALT PAVEMENT, BANK PROTECTION AND CHANNELIZATION, AND
BUILDING FLOOR ELEVATIONS.
B.
CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE MINIMUM SLOPE TO THE BOTTOM IN ALL RETENTION BASINS AT ELEVATIONS AS SHOWN ON THE PLANS. RETENTION BASIN SIDE SLOPES
SHALL NOT EXCEED 3:1 ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AND 6:1 ADJACENT TO PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY UNLESS NOTED OTHERWISE ON PLANS.
4.
ALL DRAINAGE PROTECTIVE DEVICES SUCH AS SWALES, INTERCEPTOR DITCHES, PIPES, PROTECTIVE BERMS, CONCRETE CHANNELS OR OTHER MEASURES DESIGNED TO
PROTECT HOMES OR OTHER IMPROVEMENTS WHETHER EXISTING OR PROPOSED, FROM RUNOFF OR DAMAGE FROM STORM WATER, MUST BE CONSTRUCTED PRIOR TO THE
CONSTRUCTION OF ANY IMPROVEMENTS.
5.
ACCESS BARRIERS/TRASH RACKS ARE REQUIRED ON THE EXPOSED ENDS OF ALL STORM DRAINS EIGHTEEN (18) INCHES IN DIAMETER OR GREATER.
6.
DRYWELLS MUST BE DRILLED A MINIMUM OF TEN (10) FEET INTO PERMEABLE POROUS STRATA AND PERCOLATION TESTS WILL BE REQUIRED. THE CITY ENGINEERING
INSPECTOR MUST BE PRESENT BEFORE BACKFILL OR WALL PIPES ARE PLACED WITHIN ANY DRYWELL. PERCOLATION TESTS MUST BE CONDUCTED BY AN INDEPENDENT
LABORATORY AND RESULTS PROVIDED TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION. ALL DRYWELLS MUST BE REGISTERED WITH ADEQ. COPIES OF DRILLING LOGS AND ADEQ
REGISTRATION INFORMATION MUST BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY.
7.
ALL FINISH FLOOR ELEVATIONS SHOWN ARE A MINIMUM OF 14-INCHES ABOVE THE POINT OF OUTFALL AND ONE (1) FOOT ABOVE THE 100-YEAR BASE FLOOD ELEVATION AS
SHOWN ON THE APPROVED PLAN.
8.
A FEMA ELEVATION CERTIFICATE FOR ALL NEW AND SUBSTANTIALLY IMPROVED CONSTRUCTION IN THE FLOODPLAIN SHALL BE SUBMITTED TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION
PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT.
9.
SOILS COMPACTION TEST RESULTS MUST BE SUBMITTED TO THE ENGINEERING DIVISION FOR ALL BUILDING PADS THAT HAVE ONE (1) FOOT OR MORE OF FILL MATERIAL
INDICATED.
10.
STAKING PAD AND/OR FINISH FLOOR ELEVATIONS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE DEVELOPER AND HIS ENGINEER. NO MINIMUM FINISH FLOOR ELEVATION WILL BE RAISED
OR LOWERED WITHOUT APPROVAL OF THE CITY ENGINEER. IN NON-CRITICAL AREAS, THE DEVELOPER'S ENGINEER SHALL SUBMIT CERTIFICATION OF CONSTRUCTED
BUILDING PAD ELEVATIONS PRIOR TO REQUEST FOR FINAL INSPECTION. IN CRITICAL DRAINAGE AREAS, OR IN THE 100-YEAR FLOODPLAIN, SUBSTITUTE BUILDING FLOOR
ELEVATION IN ABOVE NOTE, OR FEMA ELEVATION CERTIFICATE.
11.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR LOCATING AND CONFIRMING DEPTH OF ALL EXISTING UTILITY LINES WITHIN PROPOSED RETENTION AND DRAINAGE FACILITY
AREAS. IF THE DRAINAGE FACILITIES CANNOT BE CONSTRUCTED PER PLAN AS A RESULT OF CONFLICT WITH UNDERGROUND UTILITIES, THE CONTRACTOR SHOULD
CONTACT THE ENGINEERING DIVISION AND THE DESIGN ENGINEER AND REQUEST MODIFICATION OF THE DRAINAGE FACILITY DESIGN.
12.
ALL BANK PROTECTION AND CHANNELIZATION MUST BE COMPLETED PRIOR TO FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT.
13.
A SEPARATE HAUL PERMIT SHALL BE REQUIRED WHENEVER HAULING IN EXCESS OF 500 CUBIC YARDS OF MATERIAL IN OR OUT OF A SITE. A HAUL ROUTE MUST BE
SUBMITTED AND APPROVED BY THE ENGINEERING DIVISION. ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS AS SET FORTH BY THE ENGINEERING DIVISION SHALL BE MET.
14.
ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO OBTAIN A NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL
AND STATE REGULATIONS, INCLUDING NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI), NOTICE OF TERMINATION (NOT), AND STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP). A COPY OF
THE NOI AND SWPPP SHALL BE AVAILABLE ON THE JOB SITE AT ALL TIMES.
15.
ONCE AN EXISTING SHOULDER IS DISTURBED BY THE GRADING OPERATION OR ANY OTHER PHASE OF CONSTRUCTION, THE SHOULDER SHALL BE BARRICADED. SUCH
BARRICADING SHALL REMAIN IN PLACE UNTIL FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE PROJECT.
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STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
GRADING AND DRAINAGE NOTES
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
GRADING AND DRAINAGE NOTES (CONTINUED):
16.
AN APPROVED METALLIC LOCATOR TAPE AND TRACING WIRE SHALL BE INSTALLED ON ALL PUBLIC STORM DRAIN PIPES (LINEAR OR NON-LINEAR). THE CONTRACTOR IS
RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING A CONNECTIVITY TEST FOR THE TRACER WIRE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR PRESENT.
17.
THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE REQUIRES ALL WALLS TO BE APPROVED AND PERMITTED BY THE BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION (623-251-3503).
EM-101-3
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STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION NOTES
EM-101-4
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION NOTES:
1.
ALL LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION INSTALLED WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY OR OTHER CITY MAINTAINED AREAS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER THE APPROVED PLANS AND
CITY'S SPECIFICATIONS. ALL LANDSCAPING APPROVED AS A PART OF THE SITE PLAN PROCESS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER THE APPROVED PLANS. ANY DEVIATIONS TO THE
APPROVED PLANS REQUIRE CITY APPROVAL.
2.
PERMITS ARE REQUIRED FOR ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS, INCLUDING ELECTRIC METER INSTALLATION, BACKFLOW PREVENTERS, AND WORK WITHIN THE CITY
RIGHT-OF-WAY OR CITY DEDICATED PROPERTY. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING THESE PERMITS PRIOR TO THE COMMENCEMENT OF ANY WORK.
3.
ALL LANDSCAPE PROJECTS REQUIRING CITY MAINTENANCE OR WITHIN THE CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY SHALL BE INSPECTED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
A.
PLANT LOCATIONS: THESE LOCATIONS SHALL BE STAKED IN THE FIELD WITH IDENTIFICATION AS TO TREES OR SHRUBS; OR HOLES FOR THE PLANT MATERIALS MAY BE
DUG WITH IDENTIFICATION OF PLANT TYPE. USE OF THIS METHOD DOES NOT RELIEVE THE CONTRACTOR OF ANY PLANT RELOCATIONS MADE BY THE CITY.
B.
IRRIGATION INSTALLATION: INSPECTIONS SHALL BE MADE AT THE POINT THE IRRIGATION SYSTEM IS INSTALLED. INSPECTIONS OF THE PIPE DEPTH, AUTOMATIC VALVE
INSTALLATION AND EMITTER/SPRAY INSTALLATIONS WILL BE MADE.
C.
SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION: AN INSPECTION AT COMPLETION OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION INSTALLATION WILL BE MADE. ANY DEFICIENCIES IN THE
INSTALLATION WILL BE NOTED AND CORRECTED BY THE CONTRACTOR DURING THE MAINTENANCE PERIOD.
D.
FINAL ACCEPTANCE: A FINAL INSPECTION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO CITY ACCEPTANCE OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION IMPROVEMENTS.
THE ABOVE INSPECTIONS REQUIRE A MINIMUM OF 48-HOURS PRIOR NOTIFICATION TO THE CITY. CALL THE EL MIRAGE DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT AT (623)
876-2977 AND LEAVE A MESSAGE INCLUDING THE SUBDIVISION, LOCATION AND TYPE OF INSPECTION TO ARRANGE FOR THESE INSPECTIONS.
4.
SEPARATE INSPECTIONS ARE REQUIRED FOR THE ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS. PLEASE CALL THE BUILDING SAFETY DIVISION AT (623) 876-2979 A MINIMUM OF 24-HOURS
PRIOR TO ARRANGE FOR THESE INSPECTIONS.
5.
LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION, WHICH IS INSTALLED ON PRIVATE PROPERTY IN CONJUNCTION WITH A CITY APPROVED SITE PLAN, WILL BE INSPECTED BY THE DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES DEPARTMENT FOR CONFORMANCE TO THE APPROVED SITE PLAN PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF A CERTIFICATE OF OCCUPANCY.
6.
ALL LANDSCAPING AND IRRIGATION SHOWN ON THESE PLANS, INCLUDING WITHIN THE RIGHT OF WAY ALONG THE PROJECT FRONTAGE, WILL BE MAINTAINED BY THE
HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (HOA) UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED. IF NO HOA EXISTS, THE PROPERTY OWNER SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE.
7.
ALL CITY MAINTAINED PROJECTS REQUIRE A 90-DAY MAINTENANCE PERIOD TO BEGIN AT THE DATE OF SUBSTANTIAL COMPLETION AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY.
8.
RIGHT-OF WAY AND CITY MAINTAINED AREAS REQUIRE SEPARATE WATER METER CONNECTIONS. RIGHT-OF-WAY AREAS DESIGNATED FOR MAINTENANCE BY THE ADJACENT
PROPERTY OWNERS FOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL AND MULTI-FAMILY DEVELOPMENTS SHALL HAVE THE RIGHT-OF-WAY IRRIGATION ISOLATED OR SEPARATED FROM THE
ON-SITE IRRIGATION SYSTEM.
9.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLATION, COST AND REQUIRED PERMIT FEES FOR THE WATER METER(S) DESIGNATED TO SERVE THE IRRIGATION
SYSTEM.
10.
ALL PLANTINGS AT MATURITY SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM 6'-0" CLEARANCE AROUND ALL FIRE HYDRANTS AND FIRE SUPPRESSION DEVICES.
11. PLANTINGS SHALL NOT INTERFERE WITH ANY TRAFFIC CONTROL SIGNS AND SHALL MAINTAIN A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 30" WITHIN ANY SIGHT DISTANCE TRIANGLES.
12. INSTALLATION OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION SYSTEM INCLUDING ADDITION OF GROUND PLANT MATERIALS SHALL NOT IMPEDE THE FLOW OF DESIGNED DRAINAGE
FACILITIES NOR DECREASE THE DESIGN VOLUME OF ANY DETENTION/RETENTION BASINS.
13.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE LOCATION AND PROTECTION OF ALL UNDERGROUND UTILITIES DURING THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION INSTALLATION.
14.
ALL TREES SHALL MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF 6'-0" CLEARANCE FROM ANY CITY WATER OR SEWER LINE AND A MINIMUM OF 5'-0" CLEARANCE FROM ANY CITY SIDEWALK AND
CURB. ALL PLANTINGS SHALL MAINTAIN A SUFFICIENT DISTANCE FROM ANY SANITARY AND STORM SEWER MANHOLES TO ALLOW ACCESS BY MAINTENANCE VEHICLES.
15.
A SWALE A MINIMUM OF 6" IN DEPTH SHALL BE PROVIDED IN ALL LANDSCAPE AREAS WITHIN THE CITY RIGHT-OF-WAY TO PROMOTE WATER HARVESTING.
16.
ALL PLANTING AREAS (EXCEPT TURF AREAS) TO BE MAINTAINED BY THE CITY SHALL BE TREATED WITH A PRE-EMERGENT HERBICIDE BY A LICENSED APPLICATOR PRIOR TO
AND AFTER THE PLACEMENT OF THE DECOMPOSED GRANITE, RIVER ROCK, ETC. APPLICATION DOCUMENTATION WILL BE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE OF THE
LANDSCAPING BY THE CITY.
17.
AS-BUILT DRAWINGS OF THE LANDSCAPE AND IRRIGATION SYSTEM ARE REQUIRED PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE BY THE CITY AND FOR PROJECTS WITHIN THE CITY
RIGHT-OF-WAY OR CITY OWNED PROPERTY. THE AS-BUILT DRAWINGS SHALL SHOW THE LOCATIONS OF ALL PLANTINGS AND THE DIMENSIONS TO FIXED POINTS OF ALL
IRRIGATION EQUIPMENT, PIPING, ETC. THE AS-BUILT DRAWINGS MUST BE SUBMITTED ON A CD THAT CONTAINS PDFs OF ALL PLAN SHEETS.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
PAVING NOTES
EM-101-5
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
PAVING NOTES:
1.
EXACT POINT OF PAVEMENT MATCHING, TERMINATION AND/OR OVERLAY, IF NECESSARY, SHALL BE DETERMINED IN THE FIELD BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR. CRACK
SEAL IS REQUIRED BETWEEN OLD AND NEW ASPHALTIC CONCRETE AND BETWEEN ASPHALT AND CONCRETE (I.E. ALONG CURB, VALLEY GUTTER, ETC.).
2.
ALL FRAMES, COVERS, VALVE BOXES AND MANHOLES SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO FINISHED GRADE UPON COMPLETION OF PAVING OR RELATED CONSTRUCTION. THE
CONCRETE COLLAR SHALL BE ADJUSTED LEVEL WITH EXISTING BITUMINOUS PAVEMENT. THE EDGE OF THE CONCRETE COLLAR SHALL BE CRACK SEALED.
3.
ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS SHALL COMPLY WITH MAG STANDARD DETAIL 211 FOR TRENCH PLATING.
4.
PAVING SHALL NOT START UNTIL ALL APPROPRIATE TESTING HAS BEEN COMPLETED AND ACCEPTED (PRESSURE TESTING OF UTILITIES, DENSITY TESTING, VIDEO OF
SANITARY SEWER LINE, ETC.). SERVICE STUBS TO ALL PLATTED LOTS SHALL BE EXTENDED, AND ALL CONFLICTING UTILITY CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED PRIOR TO START OF
PAVING.
5.
TREES AND SHRUBBERY IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY, WHICH CONFLICT WITH THE IMPROVEMENTS PROPOSED HEREIN, ARE NOT TO BE REMOVED OR RELOCATED WITHOUT PRIOR
APPROVAL OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE. THE PERMITTEE SHALL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING THE NECESSARY AUTHORIZATION TO REMOVE AND/OR RELOCATE SAID
TREES OR SHRUBBERY.
6.
IN ALL AREAS WHERE NEW CONSTRUCTION OF CURB, GUTTER, SIDEWALKS, AND DRIVEWAYS IS REQUIRED, AND THE ENGINEER DETERMINES THE EXISTING GRADE TO
CONSIST OF SOILS WITH SWELLING CHARACTERISTICS, THE MOISTURE CONTENT SHALL BE BROUGHT AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE TO OPTIMUM REQUIRED FOR COMPACTION BY
THE ADDITION OF WATER, BLENDING OF DRY SUITABLE MATERIAL OR BY DRYING OF EXISTING MATERIAL. THE MATERIAL SHALL THEN BE COMPACTED TO A RELATIVE
DENSITY OF 75 PERCENT MINIMUM TO 85 PERCENT MAXIMUM WITH 80 PERCENT AS IDEAL.
7.
CONSTRUCTION LOADS: DURING CONSTRUCTION OPERATIONS, HEAVY EQUIPMENT MAY CROSS EXISTING OR PROPOSED PIPE. IN THIS CASE, AN EARTH FILL SHOULD BE
CONSTRUCTED TO AT LEAST THREE (3) FEET ABOVE PIPE. THE FILL MUST BE SUFFICIENT TO PREVENT THE LATERAL DISPLACEMENT OF THE PIPE.
8.
UNLESS OTHERWISE SPECIFIED, THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE REQUIRES THAT ALL ASPHALTIC CONCRETE MIX DESIGNS (C-¾” & D-½” HIGH VOLUME), CONCRETE MIX DESIGNS,
AGGREGATE BASE COURSE SUPPLIERS, SLURRY SEAL AND MICRO-SURFACING SUPPLIERS MEET THE CURRENT CITY OF PHOENIX APPROVED MIX DESIGNS AND SUPPLIERS
LIST. SUBMITTALS SHALL BE PROVIDED TO THE CITY FOR EACH OF THESE ITEMS PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION.
9.
ALL STREET IMPROVEMENTS FOR CUSTOM HOMES MUST BE COMPLETED IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE POLICY ON UNPAVED STREETS PROVIDED IN
SECTION J OF THE CITY'S DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL (DDSM). ALL PRIVATE ACCESS MUST BE CONSTRUCTED WITH AN ACCEPTABLE DUST PALLIATIVE.
10.
ALL CONTRACTORS/DEVELOPERS ARE RESPONSIBLE TO CONSTRUCT STABILIZED CONSTRUCTION ENTRANCES IN ORDER TO REDUCE OR ELIMINATE THE TRACKING OF
SEDIMENT ONTO PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAYS OR STREETS. GRAVEL TRACK-OUT PADS SHALL MEET CURRENT MARICOPA COUNTY STANDARDS. THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER
SHALL IMMEDIATELY REMOVE ANY SEDIMENT TRACKED ONTO PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAYS OR STREETS.
11. IF ANY EXISTING BARRICADES, TRAFFIC SIGNS OR STREET NAME SIGNS NEED TO BE REMOVED DURING CONSTRUCTION, NOTIFY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE OPERATIONS
SUPERINTENDENT AT (480) 372-1131. A MINIMUM OF 48-HOURS NOTICE IS NEEDED FOR REMOVALS. IF SIGNS AND BARRICADES BELONG TO ANOTHER AGENCY, IT IS THE
RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR/DEVELOPER TO NOTIFY THEM.
12. NO WATER SUPPLY HOSE OR RAMPS SHALL BE PLACED ACROSS OR IN THE ARTERIAL OR COLLECTOR STREETS. APPROVAL IN WRITING FROM THE CITY ENGINEER OR HIS
DESIGNEE IS REQUIRED FOR PLACEMENT OF THE SUPPLY HOSE OR RAMPS IN LOCAL STREETS. APPLICATIONS SHALL INCLUDE SUBMITTALS OF THE MANUFACTURER'S
SPECIFICATIONS, MATERIALS USED, DIMENSIONS OF THE RAMP, PROPOSED LOCATION, PROPOSED BARRICADING AND SIGNAGE.
13.
ALL FIRE HYDRANTS SHALL HAVE A TWO-WAY BLUE REFLECTOR INSTALLED PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 122.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
SANITARY SEWER NOTES
EM-101-6
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REVISION DATE: 01/2023
SANITARY SEWER NOTES:
1.
ACCEPTABLE SANITARY SEWER LINE MATERIALS PER CITY DETAIL EM-101-12. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT DEVIATE FROM THE MATERIALS SPECIFIED BY THE DESIGN
ENGINEER ON THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE DESIGN ENGINEER AND CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION.
A.
PVC SDR 35 SANITARY SEWER PIPE, WHICH CONFORMS TO SECTION 745 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR SANITARY SEWER LINE SIZES
EIGHT (8) INCHES THROUGH FIFTEEN (15) INCHES IN DIAMETER. BEDDING AND BACKFILL SHALL CONFORM TO THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
STANDARD DETAIL EM-406, BEDDING AND BACKFILL FOR ALL PIPELINES.
B.
NEW SANITARY SEWER TAPS SHALL BE PER CITY DETAIL EM-440. TAP LOCATION SHALL BE SUPPLEMENTED BY A CURB STAMP PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 440-4
(STAMPED S ON TOP OF CURB).
2.
SANITARY SEWER LINE AND GRADE STAKES SHALL BE SET BY A QUALIFIED ARIZONA REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR AND/OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVE PRIOR TO THE
CONSTRUCTION OF SANITARY SEWER LINES. THE QUALIFIED ARIZONA REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR AND/OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVE SHALL VERIFY THAT THE GRADES
CONFORM TO THE APPROVED CONSTRUCTION PLANS, AND PROVIDE CUT SHEETS TO THE CONTRACTOR AND CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR. AFTER INSTALLATION AND
PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE FROM THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, THE ENGINEER OF RECORD SHALL CERTIFY THAT THE SANITARY SEWER INSTALLATION CONFORMS TO THE
APPROVED CONSTRUCTION PLANS.
3.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL UNCOVER ALL EXISTING LINES TO BE CONNECTED AND VERIFY INVERT ELEVATIONS BEFORE ANY OTHER CONSTRUCTION.
4.
ALL UTILITY INSTALLATIONS IN CONFLICT WITH THESE PLANS SHALL BE REMOVED OR RELOCATED AT THE CONTRACTOR'S EXPENSE. ANY UTILITY REMOVALS OR
RELOCATIONS MUST BE APPROVED BY THE GOVERNING MUNICIPALITY AND UTILITY PURVEYOR.
5.
TRENCH EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING AND COMPACTION SHALL CONFORM TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION SECTION 601 EXCEPT AS MODIFIED HEREIN.
6.
BEDDING AND BACKFILL FOR SANITARY SEWER LINES SHALL CONFORM TO THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-406, BEDDING
AND BACKFILL FOR ALL PIPELINES.
7.
BACKFILL SHALL BE TYPE I AS DEFINED IN SECTION 601 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS.
8.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO NOTIFY THE ENGINEER OF RECORD BEFORE THE SANITARY SEWER LINE IS BACKFILLED SO "AS-BUILT" MEASUREMENTS MAY BE
TAKEN. ANY CHANGES TO THE APPROVED PLANS MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE ENGINEER OF RECORD AND THE ENGINEERING DIVISION BEFORE THE CHANGE IS MADE IN
THE FIELD.
9.
SERVICE LINE CONNECTIONS TO THE SANITARY SEWER MAIN SHALL HAVE A "WYE" FITTING. SADDLES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
10.
SANITARY SEWER SERVICE LINES SHALL NOT BE LOCATED UNDER DRIVEWAYS, CONCRETE APRONS, SCUPPERS, CATCH BASINS, OR SIMILAR STRUCTURES.
11. NEW SANITARY SEWER TAPS SHALL BE PER CITY DETAIL EM-440. TAP LOCATION SHALL BE SUPPLEMENTED BY A CURB STAMP PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 440-4 (STAMPED
'S' ON TOP OF CURB).
12. MANHOLES WHICH EXCEED TEN (12) FEET IN DEPTH, OR ARE IN ARTERIAL STREETS, SHALL BE FIVE (5) FEET IN DIAMETER AND WITHOUT STEPS. ALL NEW PUBLIC MANHOLES
AND ANY EXISTING MANHOLES THAT ARE PROPOSED TO BE DIRECTLY DISCHARGED TO VIA A NEW PIPE SHALL RECEIVE AN EPOXY COATING OF THE INTERIOR WALLS AND
BASES, INCLUDING BENCH AND CHANNEL, PER RAVEN 405, SAUEREISEN SEWERGARD NO. 210 OR ENVIRONMENTAL COATINGS SEWER SHIELD 150.
13. INSTALLATION OF MANHOLE STEPS IS NOT PERMITTED.
14.
ALL SANITARY SEWER MANHOLE CONNECTIONS SHALL BE INSTALLED WITH A GASKET, JOINT SEALER, OR WATER STOP BETWEEN THE BASE AND RISER SECTION.
15.
ALL PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT SHALL CONFORM WITH MAG STANDARD DETAIL 200-1 MODIFIED WITH A ONE-HALF (1/2) SACK PORTLAND CEMENT ABC SLURRY, WHICH
CONFORMS TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION 728, (MODIFIED FOR ONE-HALF SACK PORTLAND CEMENT), FOR TRENCH BACKFILL FROM ONE (1) FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF
PIPE TO THE EXISTING PAVEMENT SUBGRADE. USE TYPE 'A' FOR LONGITUDINAL TRENCH REPAIR AND USE “T TOP” FOR TRANSVERSE TRENCH REPAIR OR WHEN A TRENCH
RUNS THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 TIMES THE EXISTING ASPHALT THICKNESS. AC MIX DESIGN SHALL BE PER THE CITY
OF PHOENIX C-3/4” MIX. CRACK SEALING IS REQUIRED.
16.
ALL MANHOLE SECTIONS SHALL BE SEALED WITH BOTH MASTIC (RAMNECK OR APPROVED EQUAL) AND GROUT PLACED INSIDE EACH MANHOLE SECTION KEY. THE INSIDE
JOINTS SHALL BE GROUT-FINISHED.
17. MANHOLES, WHICH ARE LOCATED IN ANY PAVED OR UNPAVED AREA, SHALL BE ADJUSTED TO THE FINISH GRADE UPON THE COMPLETION OF PAVEMENT WORK.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
SANITARY SEWER NOTES
EM-101-6
SHEET 2 OF 2
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
SANITARY SEWER NOTES:
18.
CONTRACTOR SHALL MANDREL, AIR PRESSURE TEST, AND PROVIDE A CLOSED CIRCUIT TELEVISION (CCTV) INSPECTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH NASSCO PIPELINE
ASSESSMENT CERTIFICATION PROGRAM. THE CCTV INSPECTION SHOULD BE PROVIDED IN DIGITAL (DVD) FORMAT UTILIZING A MEASURING DEVICE AHEAD OF THE CAMERA
TO IDENTIFY DEFLECTIONS IN THE LINE. THE MEASURING DEVICE SHALL BE ABLE TO MEASURE WATER DEPTH FROM 0 TO 2 INCHES IN ¼ INCH INCREMENTS. CONTRACTOR
SHALL PERFORM TESTS AFTER DRY UTILITIES ARE INSTALLED AND PRIOR TO ANY CONCRETE WORK, STREET WORK, OR FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE SANITARY SEWER.
19.
ALL SEWER MAINS SHALL BE INSPECTED BY VIDEO CAMERA. TWO COPIES OF COMPLETED DVD ALONG WITH OPERATOR REPORT/NOTES ARE TO BE FURNISHED TO THE CITY
OF EL MIRAGE UPON COMPLETION OF THE FIRST VIDEO. IF THERE ARE NEGATIVE RESULTS, THE AFFECTED MAINS SHALL BE VIDEOED AGAIN.
20. SANITARY SEWER LINES SHALL REMAINED “PLUGGED” AT THE POINT(S) OF CONNECTION TO EXISTING LINES (OUTFALLS) UNTIL ALL PHASES OF THE PROJECT HAVE BEEN
ACCEPTED BY THE CITY ENGINEER.
21. NO FLOW SHALL BE RELEASED INTO THE CITY SANITARY SEWER SYSTEM UNTIL AFTER ALL TESTS HAVE BEEN PASSED AND APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEERING
INSPECTOR.
22. THE FOLLOWING MAG UNIFORM STANDARD DETAILS ARE SPECIFICALLY NOT APPROVED:
NO. 425 24" ALUMINUM MANHOLE FRAME AND COVER
NO. 428 MANHOLE STEPS - "CAST IRON"
NO. 441 SANITARY SEWER CLEANOUT - “SANITARY SEWER TAP AT CLEANOUT” OPTION
23. THE OWNER WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR THE SANITARY SEWER SERVICE LINE FROM THE MAIN TO SERVICE FACILITY.
24. IT IS THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO MEET OSHA STANDARDS FOR “TRENCH SAFETY”.
25. ANY TAP PROPOSED TO BE MADE DIRECTLY INTO A 12-INCH OR LARGER SANITARY SEWER MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING DIVISION. THE
CITY HAS THE RIGHT TO REQUEST THAT THE TAP BE MADE DIRECTLY INTO A MANHOLE.
26. NO SANITARY SEWER LINES SHALL BE LOCATED WITHIN RETENTION/DETENTION BASINS.
27. ALL MANHOLES LOCATED OUTSIDE PAVED AREAS SHALL HAVE A LOCKING COVER, A CONCRETE COLLAR, AND A 'CURVE-FLEX' UTILITY MARKER AS MANUFACTURED BY
CARSONITE (CFRM-400-GREEN).
28. WORKMANSHIP ON MANHOLE BOTTOMS WILL BE CLOSELY INSPECTED FOR UNIFORMITY AND SMOOTHNESS OF CHANNEL. THE PREFERRED METHOD FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
MANHOLE INVERT CHANNELS SHALL BE PIPE PLACEMENT IN MANHOLE BOTTOM AND REMOVAL OF TOP OF PIPE AFTER MANHOLE IS CONSTRUCTED. FAILURE TO PROVIDE
SMOOTH, UNIFORM CHANNELS SHALL BE CAUSE FOR REJECTION, REMOVAL AND RE-CONSTRUCTION.
29. ALL SANITARY SEWER MAINS AND SERVICES (LINEAR OR NON-LINEAR) REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF AN APPROVED METALLIC LOCATING TAPE WHICH SHALL BE INSTALLED
IN ACCORDANCE WITH MAG SPEC. 616.4 WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTIONS: THE TAPE SHALL BE SOLID GREEN IN COLOR, PRINTED WITH THE WORDS “CAUTION SANITARY
SANITARY SEWER LINE BELOW”, AND INSTALLED APPROXIMATELY ONE-FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF THE PIPE. ALL MAINS AND SERVICES ALSO REQUIRE TRACER WIRE PER
CITY SPECIFICATIONS. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING A CONNECTIVITY TEST FOR THE TRACER WIRE WITH THE CITY INSPECTOR PRESENT.
30. ADJUSTING RINGS IN MANHOLES SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 12-INCHES AND A MAXIMUM OF 24-INCHES PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 420-2.
31. AN “ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION” ISSUED BY THE MARICOPA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PROJECT
ACCEPTANCE.
32. A COPY OF THE APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT (ATC) ISSUED BY MARICOPA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT (MCESD) IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF
THE ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT.
33. A COPY OF THE APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCTION (AOC) ISSUED BY MCESD IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PROJECT ACCEPTANCE. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT THE ENGINEER
OF RECORD OR DESIGNEE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING TESTING PROCEDURES SO THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE AOC CAN BE COMPLETED IN FULL.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
WATER NOTES
EM-101-7
SHEET 1 OF 3
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
WATER NOTES:
1.
ACCEPTABLE WATER LINE MATERIALS PER CITY DETAIL EM-101-12. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT DEVIATE FROM THE MATERIALS SPECIFIED BY THE DESIGN ENGINEER ON
THE CONTRACT DOCUMENTS WITHOUT WRITTEN APPROVAL FROM THE DESIGN ENGINEER AND CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION.
A.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE, PRESSURE CLASS 350, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATER LINES SIZES SIX (6) INCHES THROUGH TWELVE (12) INCHES IN DIAMETER. ALL DUCTILE IRON PIPE
SHALL BE POLYWRAPPED IN CONFORMANCE WITH SECTION 610.6 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS AND SHALL BE FULLY RESTRAINED WITH THRUST BLOCKS.
B.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE, PRESSURE CLASS 250 MINIMUM, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATER LINES 16 INCHES IN DIAMETER AND LARGER. ALL DUCTILE IRON PIPE SHALL BE
POLYWRAPPED IN CONFORMANCE WITH SECTION 610.6 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS AND SHALL BE FULLY RESTRAINED WITH THRUST BLOCKS.
C.
PVC PIPE, AWWA C-900 PRESSURE CLASS 200, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATER LINES SIZES SIX (6) INCHES AND EIGHT (8) INCHES IN DIAMETER. (PRIVATE ONLY) .
2.
WATER LINE AND GRADE STAKES SHALL BE SET BY A QUALIFIED ARIZONA REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR AND/OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVE PRIOR TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF
WATER LINES. THE QUALIFIED ARIZONA REGISTERED LAND SURVEYOR AND/OR THEIR REPRESENTATIVE SHALL VERIFY THAT THE GRADES CONFORM TO THE APPROVED
CONSTRUCTION PLANS, AND PROVIDE CUT SHEETS TO THE CONTRACTOR AND CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR. AFTER INSTALLATION AND PRIOR TO ACCEPTANCE FROM
THE ENGINEERING DIVISION, THE ENGINEER OF RECORD SHALL CERTIFY THAT THE WATER LINE INSTALLATION CONFORMS TO THE APPROVED CONSTRUCTION PLANS.
3.
TRENCH EXCAVATION, BACKFILLING AND COMPACTION SHALL CONFORM TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION SECTION 601 EXCEPT AS MODIFIED HEREIN. NATIVE BACKFILL IS
NOT ALLOWED FOR PUBLIC WATERLINES OR WITHIN CITY RIGHT OF WAY..
4.
BEDDING AND BACKFILL FOR WATERLINES SHALL CONFORM TO THE MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-406, BEDDING AND
BACKFILL FOR ALL PIPELINES.
5.
BACKFILL SHALL BE TYPE I AS DEFINED IN SECTION 601 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS.
6.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO NOTIFY THE PROJECT ENGINEER BEFORE THE WATER LINE OR FITTINGS ARE COVERED, SO "AS-BUILT" MEASUREMENTS MAY BE
TAKEN. ANY CHANGES TO THE APPROVED PLANS MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE PROJECT ENGINEER AND THE CITY ENGINEER BEFORE THE CHANGE IS MADE IN THE FIELD.
7.
SIX (6) INCH DIAMETER AND EIGHT (8) INCH DIAMETER WATERLINES LOCATED IN STREETS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM COVER OF 48 INCHES FROM THE TOP OF THE PIPE TO
FINISH GRADE. SIX (6) INCH DIAMETER AND EIGHT (8) INCH DIAMETER WATERLINES IN LOCATIONS OTHER THAN STREETS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM COVER OF 36 INCHES FROM
THE TOP OF THE PIPE TO FINISH GRADE, UNLESS DESIGN CONDITIONS WARRANT ADDITIONAL COVER.
8.
TWELVE (12) INCH DIAMETER WATERLINES LOCATED IN STREETS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM COVER OF 60 INCHES FROM THE TOP OF THE PIPE TO FINISH GRADE. TWELVE (12)
INCH DIAMETER WATERLINES IN LOCATIONS OTHER THAN STREETS SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM COVER OF 48 INCHES FROM THE TOP OF THE PIPE TO FINISH GRADE, UNLESS
DESIGN CONDITIONS WARRANT ADDITIONAL COVER.
9.
SIXTEEN (16) INCH DIAMETER WATERLINES SHALL HAVE A MINIMUM COVER OF 60 INCHES FROM THE TOP OF THE PIPE TO FINISH GRADE, UNLESS DESIGN CONDITIONS
WARRANT ADDITIONAL COVER.
10.
ALL STUB-OUTS SHALL HAVE A BLOW-OFF, LEFT IN PLACE WITH A TWO (2) INCH RISER, PER CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-390 AND SHALL BE ACCESSIBLE TO
USE.
11. FIRE HYDRANTS SHALL CONFORM TO CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-360. THE FIRE HYDRANT MANUFACTURER MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
PRIOR TO THE INSTALLATION OF THE FIRE HYDRANT.
12.
ALL VALVES 16 INCHES AND UNDER SHALL BE PER MAG SPECIFICATION SECTION 630 WITH RESILIENT SEAT AWWA APPROVED GATE VALVES AND SHALL OPEN BY TURNING
COUNTER-CLOCKWISE.
13.
VALVES SHALL NOT BE LOCATED IN SIDEWALKS, GUTTERS, CURB, OR VALLEY GUTTERS.
14.
ALL WATER VALVES SHALL HAVE A VALVE BOX AND COVER PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 391-1, TYPE 'A' AND 392, TYPE 'A'. EXTENSIONS WILL NOT BE ALLOWED ON WATER
VALVES.
15.
CONTRACTORS SHALL NOT OPERATE VALVES ON THE EXISTING CITY SYSTEM.
16.
WATER LINES SHALL BE INSTALLED IN SUCH A MANNER TO ELIMINATE DIPS OR HIGH POINTS. ALL WATER LINES SHALL BE PARALLEL TO THE STREET CENTERLINE OR
PROPERTY LINE, OR AS CLOSE AS POSSIBLE, UNLESS THE DESIGN DOCUMENTS INDICATE OTHERWISE. ALL HORIZONTAL DEFLECTIONS IN WATER LINES SHALL COMPLY
WITH THE PIPE MANUFACTURER'S RECOMMENDATIONS FOR DEFLECTION AT JOINTS. 50% OF THE RECOMMENDED DEFLECTION WILL BE ALLOWED.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
WATER NOTES
EM-101-7
SHEET 2 OF 3
WATER NOTES (CONTINUED):
17.
ALL JOINT RESTRAINTS SHALL BE INSPECTED PRIOR TO BACKFILL. FOR THRUST RESTRAINTS, REINFORCING STEEL AND FORM WORK SHALL BE INSPECTED PRIOR TO
PLACING CONCRETE FOR THRUST BLOCKS. THRUST RESTRAINT SHALL CONFORM TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION 610.4, MAG STANDARD DETAILS 340, 380 AND 381, AND
CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-301.
18.
WATER SERVICES TWO (2) INCHES AND SMALLER IN DIAMETER SHALL CONFORM TO CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAIL EM-325. THE MINIMUM SERVICE CONNECTION
SHALL BE ONE (1) INCH. SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENCES SHALL USE A MINIMUM ONE (1) INCH SERVICE CONNECTION. WATER SERVICE SADDLE MANUFACTURER AND MODEL
MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
19.
WATER SERVICES SHALL NOT BE LOCATED UNDER DRIVEWAYS, CONCRETE APRONS, SCUPPERS, CATCH BASINS OR THE LIKE.
20. ALL WATER MAINS AND SERVICES (LINEAR OR NON-LINEAR) REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION OF AN APPROVED METALLIC LOCATING TAPE, WHICH SHALL BE INSTALLED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH MAG SPEC. 616.4 WITH THE FOLLOWING EXCEPTIONS: THE TAPE SHALL BE SOLID BLUE IN COLOR, PRINTED WITH THE WORDS “CAUTION POTABLE
WATER LINE BELOW", AND INSTALLED APPROXIMATELY 1-FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF THE PIPE. ALL MAINS AND SERVICES ALSO REQUIRE TRACER WIRE PER CITY
SPECIFICATIONS. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PERFORMING A CONNECTIVITY TEST FOR THE TRACER WIRE WITH THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR PRESENT.
21. ALL PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT SHALL CONFORM WITH MAG STANDARD DETAIL 200-1 MODIFIED WITH A ONE-HALF (1/2) SACK PORTLAND CEMENT ABC SLURRY, WHICH
CONFORMS TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION 728, (MODIFIED FOR ONE-HALF SACK PORTLAND CEMENT), FOR TRENCH BACKFILL FROM ONE (1) FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF
PIPE TO THE EXISTING PAVEMENT SUBGRADE. USE TYPE 'A' FOR LONGITUDINAL TRENCH REPAIR AND USE “T TOP” FOR TRANSVERSE TRENCH REPAIR OR WHEN A TRENCH
RUNS THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 TIMES THE EXISTING ASPHALT THICKNESS. AC MIX DESIGN SHALL BE PER THE CITY
OF PHOENIX C-3/4” MIX. CRACK SEALING IS REQUIRED.
22. PRESSURE TESTING SHALL NOT BE CONDUCTED UNTIL AFTER THE CONTRACTOR HAS PRETESTED 100% OF THE LINES. INSPECTION TESTING MUST BE CALLED FOR
TWENTY-FOUR (24) HOURS IN ADVANCE. WATER LINES MUST PASS PRESSURE TESTING AFTER DRY UTILITIES ARE INSTALLED AND PRIOR TO ANY CONCRETE WORK, STREET
WORK, OR FINAL ACCEPTANCE OF THE WASTEWATER.
23. ALL MAINS SHALL BE CHLORINATED IN CONFORMANCE WITH SECTION 611 OF MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS. SAMPLES WILL BE TAKEN IN CONFORMANCE WITH MAG
STANDARD SPECIFICATION SECTION 611.
24. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOT CONNECT TO ANY PUBLIC WATER LINE WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL FROM THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
25. THE FOLLOWING MAG UNIFORM STANDARD DETAILS ARE SPECIFICALLY NOT APPROVED.
NO. 345-2
4", 6" WATER METER WITH ON-SITE FIRE HYDRANTS
NO. 360-1
DRY BARREL FIRE HYDRANT INSTALLATION
NO. 360-2
WET BARREL FIRE HYDRANT INSTALLATION
NO. 360-3
FIRE HYDRANT INSTALLATION DETAILS
NO. 389
CURB STOP WITH VALVE BOX AND COVER
NO. 391-1
VALVE BOX INSTALLATION AND GRADE ADJUSTMENT - TYPES 'B' & 'C'
26. IT IS THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO MEET OSHA STANDARDS FOR “TRENCH SAFETY”.
27. IN ACCORDANCE WITH AAC R18-4-213, ALL MATERIALS ADDED AFTER JANUARY 1, 1993, WHICH MAY COME INTO CONTACT WITH DRINKING WATER SHALL CONFORM TO
NATIONAL SANITATION FOUNDATION STANDARDS 60 AND 61.
28. ALL WORK ON ASBESTOS-CEMENT PIPE (ACP) SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH AWWA 20406 WORK PRACTICES FOR ASBESTOS-CEMENT PIPE ON OSHA'S ASBESTOS
STANDARD FOR CONSTRUCTION, 1926.1101. METHODS THAT INTENTIONALLY CAUSE ACP TO SHATTER, CRUMBLE, BE PULVERIZED OR RELEASE ASBESTOS FIBERS ARE
PROHIBITED INCLUDING SANDING, SAWING, GRINDING, CHIPPING AND THE USE OF POWER TOOLS.
29. NO WATER LINES SHALL BE LOCATED WITHIN RETENTION/DETENTION BASINS.
30. ALL WATER VALVES LOCATED OUTSIDE PAVED AREAS SHALL HAVE A CONCRETE COLLAR AND A 'CURVE-FLEX' UTILITY MARKER AS MANUFACTURED BY CARSONITE
(CFRM-400-BLUE).
31. AN “ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE OF COMPLETION” ISSUED BY THE MARICOPA COUNTY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT (MCESD), IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL
PROJECT ACCEPTANCE.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
WATER NOTES
EM-101-7
SHEET 3 OF 3
WATER NOTES (CONTINUED):
32. A COPY OF THE APPROVAL TO CONSTRUCT (ATC) ISSUED BY MCESD IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ISSUANCE OF THE ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION PERMIT.
33. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE TO NOTIFY THE ENGINEER OF RECORD BEFORE THE WATER LINE OR FITTINGS ARE BACKFILLED SO "AS-BUILT" MEASUREMENTS MAY BE
TAKEN. ANY CHANGES TO THE APPROVED PLANS MUST BE AUTHORIZED BY THE ENGINEER OF RECORD AND THE CITY ENGINEERING DIVISION BEFORE THE CHANGE IS MADE
IN THE FIELD.
34. A COPY OF THE APPROVAL OF CONSTRUCT (AOC) ISSUED BY MCESD IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO FINAL PROJECT ACCEPTANCE. IT SHOULD BE NOTED THAT THE ENGINEER OF
RECORD OR DESIGNEE SHALL BE PRESENT DURING TESTING PROCEDURES SO THAT THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE AOC CAN BE COMPLETED IN FULL.
35. ALL MATERIALS SHALL BE LEAD FREE AS DEFINED IN AAC R18-5-504 AND R-18-4-101.
36. TO REQUEST A WATER SYSTEM SHUT DOWN, FOLLOW THE SHUTDOWN PROCEDURES LISTED ON THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE'S “SCHEDULED WATER SERVICE SHUTDOWN”
DOCUMENT. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REQUEST A SCHEDULED WATER MAIN SHUTDOWN THROUGH THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR NO LESS THAN 7 DAYS BEFORE THE
SHUTDOWN IS TO BE PERFORMED. THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR WILL IN TURN COORDINATE WITH NECESSARY PUBLIC WORKS STAFF.
37. IF THE CONTRACTOR IS TO TAP THE MAIN AND INSTALL WATER MAIN(S) AND/OR SERVICE(S), THEY SHALL INFORM THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR SO THAT TAPS MAY BE
WITNESSED BY APPROPRIATE CITY STAFF.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
SIGNING AND STRIPING NOTES
EM-101-8
SIGNING AND STRIPING NOTES:
1.
SIGNING AND STRIPING INSTALLATIONS SHALL BE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CURRENT EDITION OF THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (MUTCD)
ADOPTED BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ADOT) AND THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS MANUAL.
2.
THE SIGNING AND STRIPING LAYOUT SHALL BE APPROVED BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR PRIOR TO ANY INSTALLATION. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY OF EL
MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR AT LEAST 48 HOURS IN ADVANCE OF ANY SIGNING OR STRIPING INSTALLATION AT (623) 876-2975. SIGNING AND STRIPING INSTALLATIONS
COMPLETED PRIOR TO THE CITY'S INSPECTION SHALL BE REMOVED AND/OR MODIFIED IF IT IS DEEMED INADEQUATE BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
3.
THE OBLITERATION OF PRIOR OR CONFLICTING THERMOPLASTIC STRIPING SHALL BE ACCOMPLISHED BY WATER BLASTING WITH VACUUM RECOVERY OR OTHER METHODS
APPROVED BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR. A TYPE II MICRO SEAL TREATMENT, PER A CITY OF PHOENIX APPROVED SUPPLIER, SHALL BE APPLIED IN A MINIMUM 3-FOOT
WIDE, CONTINUOUS APPLICATION TO THE PORTIONS OF THE AFFECTED ASPHALT FOLLOWING OBLITERATION. THE TYPE II MICRO SEAL TREATMENT CAN BE APPLIED
DIRECTLY OVER WATER-BASED PAINT WITHOUT PAINT OBLITERATION PRIOR TO PLACEMENT.
4.
ANY DAMAGE TO THE PAVEMENT CAUSED BY THE PAVEMENT MARKING REMOVAL SHALL BE REPAIRED BY METHODS ACCEPTABLE TO THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
5.
ALL ROAD SURFACES SHALL BE PREPARED PER MANUFACTURER'S INSTRUCTIONS OR TO THE SATISFACTION OF THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR PRIOR TO APPLICATION OF
PAVEMENT MARKINGS. AT A MINIMUM, SURFACES SHALL HAVE DEBRIS REMOVED, CLEANED AND DRIED PRIOR TO APPLICATION.
6.
SHORT LINE STRIPING SUCH AS CROSSWALKS, STOP BARS, CHEVRONS, AND CROSSHATCH MARKINGS SHALL BE INSTALLED USING ALKYD THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL
APPLIED AT 90 MIL THICKNESS. LONGITUDINAL STRIPING SHALL BE INSTALLED USING ALKYD THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL APPLIED AT 60 MIL THICKNESS. WORDS, SYMBOLS
AND OTHER LEGEND MARKINGS SHALL BE INSTALLED USING ALKYD THERMOPLASTIC MATERIAL APPLIED AT 90 MIL THICKNESS OR 3M STAMARK PAVEMENT MARKING TAPE.
7.
ALL STRIPING ON NEW ASPHALT SHALL BE INSTALLED USING A WATER BASED PAINT APPLIED AT A MINIMUM OF 15 MIL THICKNESS. THE FINAL THERMOPLASTIC STRIPING
SHALL THEN BE APPLIED A MINIMUM OF 30 CALENDAR DAYS LATER.
8.
IT IS THE CONTRACTOR'S RESPONSIBILITY TO ENSURE THAT THE FINAL SURFACE COURSE IS PLACED SO THAT THE STRIPING IS OFFSET ONE (1) FOOT CLEAR OF THE
CONSTRUCTION JOINT, UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY THE ENGINEERING DIVISION.
9.
RAISED PAVEMENT MARKERS (RPMs) SHALL BE INSTALLED PER ADOT STANDARD DETAIL M-19 WITH BITUMINOUS ADHESIVE WHICH IS ON THE ADOT APPROVED PRODUCTS
LIST.
10.
ALL SIGNS SHALL BE PROVIDED AND INSTALLED BY THE DEVELOPER PER THE APPROVED PERMITTED PLANS.
11.
ALL SIGNS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER CITY DETAIL EM-132-1 & 2. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT BLUE STAKE PRIOR TO DIGGING. CARE SHALL BE TAKEN TO ENSURE
UNOBSTRUCTED VIEWS FOR ALL SIGNS INSTALLED. NO SIGN SHALL BE PLACED CLOSER THAN 100' TO ANOTHER SIGN.
12.
ALL SIGN BLANKS SHALL BE 0.080 GAUGE ALUMINUM, UNLESS OTHERWISE NOTED AND ALL SIGNS SHALL BE ASTM TYPE IV HIGH INTENSITY SHEETING, UNLESS OTHERWISE
NOTED.
13.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL RETURN ALL REMOVED TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT/SIGNS TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE. CONTACT THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR AT (623)
876-2975.
14. PARKING RESTRICTION SIGNS SHALL BE SET AT AN ANGLE OF NOT LESS THAN 30 DEGREES OR MORE THAN 45 DEGREES WITH THE LINE OF TRAFFIC FLOW IN ORDER TO BE
VISIBLE TO APPROACHING TRAFFIC, PER GUIDANCE IN SECTION 2B OF THE MUTCD.
15.
SIGNING AND STRIPING SHALL BE INSTALLED SIMULTANEOUSLY. STRIPING SHALL NOT BE PLACED IF ASSOCIATED SINGING CANNOT BE INSTALLED.
16.
THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR MAY REQUIRE THE CONTRACTOR TO MAKE ANY ADJUSTMENTS DEEMED NECESSARY TO ADDRESS CONDITIONS NOT INCLUDED IN THE
APPROVED PERMITTED PLANS.
17.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL PROVISIONS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL, BARRICADING, SIGNING AND STRIPING AS PER THE CURRENT EDITION OF THE MANUAL ON
UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (MUTCD) ADOPTED BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (ADOT), THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE MANUAL
AND CITY OF EL MIRAGE SUPPLEMENTS.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
STORM WATER POLLUTION
PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP) NOTES
EM-101-9
STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP) NOTES:
1.
A COPY OF THE APPROVED GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN FOR THIS PROJECT, THE NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI) AND THIS STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN
(SWPPP) SHALL BE MAINTAINED ON THE SITE AND AVAILABLE FOR REVIEW AT ALL TIMES. THOSE ELEMENTS OF THE GRADING AND DRAINAGE PLAN PERTINENT TO OR
REFERENCED ON THE SWPPP SHALL BE CONSIDERED A PART OF THE SWPPP.
2.
THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR, SHALL BE NOTIFIED 48-HOURS BEFORE ANY ON-SITE AND/OR OFF-SITE CONSTRUCTION BEGINS, TELEPHONE (623)
876-2975.
3.
THE NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI) SHALL BE COMPLETED AND SUBMITTED TO THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY (ADEQ). A COPY OF THE NOI SHALL BE
SUBMITTED TO THE CITY PRIOR TO ENGINEERING PERMIT APPROVAL.
4.
THE SWPPP AND RELATED RECORDS MUST BE MADE AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST TO ADEQ AND THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE.
5.
THE PRIME CONTRACTOR OR OWNER SHALL OBTAIN A DUST CONTROL PERMIT FROM THE MARICOPA COUNTY AIR QUALITY DEPARTMENT AND PERFORM MEASURES AS
REQUIRED BY THE PERMIT TO PREVENT EXCESS DUST (AND AS INCORPORATED IN THIS SWPPP).
6.
THE PRIME CONTRACTOR OR OWNER SHALL PERFORM, AT A MINIMUM, A VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE CONSTRUCTION SITE ONCE EVERY SEVEN DAYS AND WITHIN 24-HOURS
OF RAINFALL GREATER THAN OR EQUAL TO A HALF OF INCH (½ INCH). THE OPERATOR SHALL PREPARE A REPORT DOCUMENTING HIS/HER FINDINGS ON THE CONDITIONS OF
THE SWPPP CONTROLS AND NOTE ANY EROSION PROBLEM AREAS. THE OPERATOR'S REPORT IS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR FOR REVIEW AND
APPROVAL AND SHALL BE MAINTAINED ON SITE BY THE OPERATOR. FACILITIES SHALL BE MAINTAINED AS NECESSARY TO ENSURE THEIR CONTINUED FUNCTIONING. IN
ADDITION, ALL TEMPORARY SILTATION CONTROLS SHALL BE MAINTAINED IN A SATISFACTORY CONDITION UNTIL SUCH TIME THAT CONSTRUCTION IS COMPLETED,
PERMANENT DRAINAGE FACILITIES ARE OPERATIONAL, AND THE POTENTIAL FOR EROSION HAS PASSED AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER OR HIS DESIGNEE.
7.
THE PRIME CONTRACTOR OR OWNER SHALL AMEND THIS PLAN AS NECESSARY DURING THE COURSE OF CONSTRUCTION TO RESOLVE ANY PROBLEM AREAS, WHICH
BECOME EVIDENT DURING THE CONSTRUCTION AND/OR DURING RAINFALLS.
8.
THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THESE PLANS AND THE CONSTRUCTION, MAINTENANCE, REPLACEMENT, AND UPGRADING OF THESE FACILITIES IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE
PERMITTEE/CONTRACTOR UNTIL ALL CONSTRUCTION IS APPROVED AND A NOTICE OF TERMINATION (NOT) HAS BEEN SUBMITTED TO ADEQ AND THE CITY.
9.
THE FACILITIES SHOWN ON THIS PLAN MUST BE CONSTRUCTED IN CONJUNCTION WITH ALL CLEARING AND GRADING ACTIVITIES IN SUCH A MANNER AS TO ENSURE THAT
SEDIMENT-LADEN WATER DOES NOT LEAVE THE PROJECT SITE, ENTER THE DRAINAGE SYSTEM OR VIOLATE APPLICABLE WATER STANDARDS. ADDITIONALLY, THEY MUST BE
INSTALLED AND IN OPERATION PRIOR TO ANY GRADING OR LAND CLEARING. WHEREVER POSSIBLE, MAINTAIN NATURAL VEGETATION FOR SILT CONTROL.
10.
THE CONTRACTOR TO WHOM THE “AT-RISK”/FINAL GRADING AND DRAINAGE PERMIT WILL BE ISSUED MUST HAVE THE APPROVED SWPPP ISSUED IN THEIR NAME.
11.
THE OWNER (OPERATOR)/CONTRACTOR OF THE SITE MUST ALSO MAINTAIN RECORDS WITH THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION:
·
THE DATES WHEN MAJOR GRADING ACTIVITIES OCCUR IN A PARTICULAR AREA;
·
THE DATES WHEN CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES CEASE IN AN AREA, TEMPORARILY OR PERMANENTLY; AND
·
THE DATES WHEN AN AREA IS STABILIZED, TEMPORARILY OR PERMANENTLY; AND
·
THE DATES WHEN ANY MAINTENANCE/REPLACEMENT OR REMOVAL OF REQUIRED BMPs HAS OCCURRED.
12.
CONSTRUCTION SITES ARE DYNAMIC IN NATURE. THE SITE OPERATOR IS REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN FULL COMPLIANCE WITH THE GENERAL CONSTRUCTION PERMIT, AS
ISSUED BY ADEQ, TO MAINTAIN AN EFFECTIVE SWPPP. AS SUCH, THIS PLAN MUST BE UPDATED TO ACCURATELY REFLECT SITE FEATURES AND OPERATIONS. THE PLAN
MUST ALSO BE AMENDED IF IT IS DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER AS NOT EFFECTIVE AT MINIMIZING POLLUTANT DISCHARGES FROM THE SITE.
13.
ONCE THE CONSTRUCTION ACTIVITIES HAVE BEEN COMPLETED AND THE SITE HAS MET THE FINAL STABILIZATION REQUIREMENTS OF THE PERMIT, THE AUTHORIZED SITE
REPRESENTATIVE MAY FILE A NOTICE OF TERMINATION (NOT) WITH ADEQ, WITH A COPY SUBMITTED TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING DIVISION, TO TERMINATE
COVERAGE UNDER THE PERMIT.
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL NOTES
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TRAFFIC SIGNAL NOTES:
GENERAL NOTES:
1.
ALL MATERIAL, EQUIPMENT AND INSTALLATION SHALL CONFORM TO:
·
THE LATEST EDITION OF ADOT'S TRAFFIC SIGNALS AND LIGHTING STANDARD DRAWINGS.
·
THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (MUTCD). LATEST EDITION ADOPTED BY ADOT.
·
THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE MANUAL.
·
THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE TRAFFIC SIGNAL QUALIFIED PRODUCTS LIST
2.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT ALL UTILITIES AND BLUE STAKE 48-HOURS BEFORE STARTING ANY CONSTRUCTION. IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR TO
CONTACT ALL INVOLVED AGENCIES AND FIELD VERIFY EXACT LOCATIONS OF ALL UTILITIES. PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL POTHOLE AND VERIFY THE
LOCATION OF EXISTING UTILITIES. IF DISCREPANCIES EXIST THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE ENGINEER IMMEDIATELY.
3.
PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL FOUNDATION AND POLE LOCATIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL POTHOLE AND PERFORM SITE VISIT TO
DETERMINE ANY POTENTIAL OVERHEAD OR UNDERGROUND CONFLICTS, AND COORDINATE WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PROJECT MANAGER PRIOR TO ORDERING
EQUIPMENT.
4.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE (APS) AT (602) 371-7546 FOR ELECTRIC SERVICE INSTALLATION REQUIREMENTS.
5.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL REPLACE IN LIKE AND KIND, PER MAG STANDARD, EXISTING LANDSCAPING AND/OR IRRIGATION SYSTEM DISTURBED BY CONSTRUCTION OF THIS
PROJECT. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE THIS WORK WITH THE OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT, CITY OF EL MIRAGE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT AT 623-935-6405.
6.
ALL SIGNAL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE IN PLACE AND OPERATIONAL PRIOR TO REMOVING EXISTING STOP SIGNS. STOP SIGNS SHALL BE REMOVED SHORTLY AFTER ACTIVATION
AS APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
7.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE TRAFFIC CONTROL DURING CONSTRUCTION PER THE MUTCD AND THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE MANUAL. A POLICE
OFFICER TO BE PROVIDED BY THE CONTRACTOR ANY TIME THE CONSTRUCTION OCCURS WITHIN 300' OF A SIGNALIZED INTERSECTION, OR AS DETERMINED BY THE CITY OF
EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR/ENGINEER.
8.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL NOTIFY THE CITY ENGINEERING INSPECTOR AT 623-876-2975 AT LEAST 48-HOURS IN ADVANCE OF ANY CONSTRUCTION.
9.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL OBTAIN ALL PERMITS FROM THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE AND OTHER APPLICABLE AGENCIES PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION.
10.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL PROVISIONS FOR TRAFFIC CONTROL, BARRICADING, SIGNING AND STRIPING AS PER THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE
MANUAL AND THE MANUAL ON UNIFORM TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES (MUTCD) LATEST EDITION ADOPTED BY THE ARIZONA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.
11.
THE QUANTITIES AND SITE CONDITIONS ON THESE PLANS ARE FOR INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND ARE SUBJECT TO ERROR AND OMISSIONS. CONTRACTORS SHALL
SATISFY THEMSELVES AS TO THE ACTUAL QUANTITIES AND SITE CONDITIONS PRIOR TO BIDDING THE WORK FOR CONSTRUCTION COVERED BY THESE PLANS.
12.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL RETURN ALL REMOVED/UNUSED TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PUBLIC WORKS OFFICE AT 10355 N. 121ST AVENUE. FOR
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION, PLEASE CONTACT THE OPERATIONS SUPERINTENDENT AT 480-372-1131.
13. ELECTRICAL SERVICE ADDRESS ____________________________.
14.
ALL SIGNS ASSOCIATED WITH PROTECTED ARROWS OR FLASHING YELLOW ARROWS SHALL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CONTRACTOR FOR INSTALLATION.
EQUIPMENT NOTES:
1.
PRIOR TO CONSTRUCTION, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL VERIFY ALL FOUNDATION AND POLE LOCATIONS. CONTRACTOR SHALL POTHOLE AND PERFORM SITE VISIT TO
DETERMINE ANY POTENTIAL OVERHEAD OR UNDERGROUND CONFLICTS AND COORDINATE WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PROJECT MANAGER PRIOR TO ORDERING
EQUIPMENT.
2.
ALL TRAFFIC SIGNAL EQUIPMENT WILL BE NEW WITH FULL WARRANTY, USED OR REFURBISHED EQUIPMENT WILL NOT BE PERMITTED.
3.
ALL RED, YELLOW, GREEN VEHICLE INDICATIONS AND INLINE FILLED IN MAN/HAND PEDESTRIAN INDICATIONS SHALL BE DIALIGHT L.E.D. INDICATIONS.
4.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE AND INSTALL AN EXTENDED RISER ON ALL F HEADS, TYPE XI THAT ARE LOCATED WHERE THE MAST ARM ATTACHES TO THE SIGNAL POLE
TO ACCOMMODATE FOR FUTURE G HEAD INSTALLATION.
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5.
ALL NEW 12-INCH SIGNAL HEADS SHALL HAVE FIVE-INCH METAL LOUVERED BACK PLATES WITH YELLOW RETROREFLECTIVE BORDERS.
6.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE AND INSTALL SINGLE CHANNEL 721 OPTICAL DETECTORS (OPTICOM) WITH ALL APPROPRIATE MOUNTING HARDWARE, INTERFACE
CABLES, OPTICAL CABLES, AND ANY OTHER EQUIPMENT REQUIRED FOR A FULLY FUNCTIONING PRE-EMPTION SYSTEM. CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE AND INSTALL A 764
CARD (OPTICOM) IN CABINET.
7.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR PROVIDING AND INSTALLING VIDEO DETECTION EQUIPMENT. THE VIDEO DETECTION CAMERA SHALL BE MOUNTED ON THE MAST
ARM. INSTALL ALL NECESSARY EQUIPMENT INCLUDING ALL WIRING, CAMERAS, MOUNTING HARDWARE AND ANY CONTROLLER INTERFACE EQUIPMENT NECESSARY FOR A
FULLY FUNCTIONING AND OPERATIONAL VIDEO DETECTION SYSTEM. ALL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE PRE-APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
8.
THE PEDESTRIAN PUSH BUTTONS SHALL CONFORM TO ADOT STANDARD DRAWINGS TS11-1, EXCEPT THAT THE PUSH BUTTON SHALL BE A MINIMUM OF 2-INCHES IN
DIAMETER. THE PUSH BUTTON SHALL INCLUDE AN ARROW AND BE RAISED FROM THE FACE OF THE PUSH BUTTON HOUSING. THE FORCE REQUIRED TO ACTIVATE THE
CONTROL SHALL BE NO GREATER THAN FIVE (5) LBS. OF FORCE. PUSH BUTTONS MUST MEET ADA REQUIREMENTS AND BE MOUNTED AT ADA REQUIRED HEIGHT. THE
CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLING THE R10-3eAZ SIGNS.
9.
CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLATION OF THE ILLUMINATED STREET NAME SIGNS. THE SIGNS ARE TO BE FLAG MOUNTED ON THE SIGNAL POLE. THE SIGNS
SHALL BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING DIVISION THROUGH THE SUBMITTAL PROCESS.
10.
THE CONTRACTORS SHALL PROVIDE A SIX-FOOT COILED CONTROL CORD IN THE POLICE PANEL OF THE CONTROLLER CABINET.
11.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL INSTALL A CABINET “COURTESY PAD”. THIS SHALL CONSIST OF A FOUR-INCH PCC PAD IN FRONT OF THE CABINET (DOOR SIDE). PAD SHALL BE SET
A MINIMUM OF TWO-INCHES BELOW THE CABINET FOUNDATION ELEVATION. SLOPE PAD AWAY FROM CABINET. SEE ADOT STANDARD DRAWING TS 2-4 FOR PAD DETAILS. IN
ADDITION, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE A FOUR-INCH THICK CONCRETE WALKWAY BETWEEN THE SIDEWALK AND THE PCC PAD.
12.
ALL EQUIPMENT SHALL BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE THROUGH THE ELECTRICAL/EQUIPMENT SUBMITTAL PROCESS PRIOR TO THE ORDERING OF THE
EQUIPMENT.
DETAIL NOTES (WHEN APPLICABLE):
1.
ALL INTERCONNECT CONDUIT IS TO BE INSTALLED PER CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAILS EM-170.
2.
ALL SIGNS AND SIGN POSTS SHALL BE INSTALLED PER CITY OF EL MIRAGE STANDARD DETAILS EM-132-1 AND EM-132-2.
CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
1.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE NEW IMSA CONDUCTORS. NO SPLICING OF CONDUCTORS IN CONDUIT RUN WILL BE ALLOWED. PULL NEW CONDUCTORS INTO CONDUIT
AS SPECIFIED IN THE CONDUCTOR SCHEDULE. ALL SPLICES SHALL BE SCOTCH COAT SEALED AND ALL CONDUCTORS SHALL BE LABELED PER THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
COLOR CODE AND WIRING DETAIL. ALL IMSA CONDUCTORS SHALL BE INSTALLED WITHOUT SPLICING FROM THE SIGNAL HEAD TO THE PULL BOXES. TS BLOCKS SHALL NOT
BE USED AS A CONNECTION POINT BETWEEN THE PULL BOX AND THE VEHICLE OR PEDESTRIAN INDICATIONS.
2.
ALL PULL BOXES SHALL BE LEFT IN A CLEAN CONDITION, FREE OF DIRT AND DEBRIS, UPON COMPLETION OF WORK.
3.
DRILLING HEIGHT FOR SIGNAL FACES SHALL BE PER ADOT STANDARD DRAWING T.S. 4-21. TYPE XI MOUNTS SHALL BE USED FOR ALL VEHICLE SIGNAL INDICATIONS
ATTACHED TO VERTICAL POLES. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONFER WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE INSPECTOR FOR SIDE-MOUNT DRILLING LOCATIONS. THE CONTRACTOR
SHALL PROVIDE AND INSTALL AN EXTENDED RISER ON ALL TYPE XI MOUNTS FOR ALL F HEADS THAT ARE LOCATED WHERE THE MAST ARM ATTACHES TO THE SIGNAL POLE
TO ACCOMMODATE FOR FUTURE G HEAD INSTALLATION. TYPE “V” AND OR TYPE “VII” MOUNTS SHALL BE USED FOR THE PEDESTRIAN INDICATIONS.
4.
ALL SIGNAL HEADS WILL BE BAGGED/COVERED WITH A MATERIAL THAT DOES NOT ALLOW LIGHT PENETRATION WHEN NOT IN FULL OPERATION.
5.
THE TOP OF NEW POLE FOUNDATIONS SHALL BE INSTALLED 4-INCHES BELOW ADJACENT SIDEWALK ELEVATION AND FINISHED IN WITH APRON. LEVELING NUTS WILL BE
BLOCKED/FORMED OUT DURING CONCRETE APRON INSTALLATION AND GROUTED BACK IN TO PROVIDE FOR FUTURE ACCESS. GROUT TO BE INSTALLED LEVEL WITH THE
BASE OF THE POLE.
6.
PRIOR TO TURN ON, THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE POSITIONING, LEVELING AND ALIGNING OF THE INDIVIDUAL SIGNAL HEADS, SO THEY ARE COMPLETELY
VISIBLE TO THE APPROACHING DRIVER THAT THE SIGNAL IS INTENDED TO CONTROL.
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7.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT ARIZONA PUBLIC SERVICE (APS) FOR THE ELECTRICAL SERVICE. THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR INSTALLING ALL ELECTRICAL
SERVICE CONDUCTORS, UNLESS OTHERWISE DIRECTED BY APS.
8.
VIDEO CABLE TO RUN CONTINUOUS FROM CABINET TO RESPECTIVE CAMERA WITHOUT SPLICES. THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING
DIVISION AT 623-876-2977 TO COORDINATE THE MOUNTING AND INSTALLATION OF THE VIDEO DETECTION DEVICES.
9.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL HAVE AN AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE PRESENT FROM THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLER AND VIDEO DETECTION SYSTEM MANUFACTURER
AT THE TIME THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED FOR SET UP AND CONFIGURATION OF THE CABINET\CONTROLLER AND VIDEO DETECTION.
10.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL COORDINATE WITH THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE'S ENGINEERING DIVISION AT 623-980-9987; THREE WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO SIGNAL ACTIVATION FOR
PRE-TURN ON INSPECTION. INSTALLATION OF ALL EQUIPMENT WIRING AND ALIGNMENT OF HEADS SHALL BE DONE PRIOR TO PRE-TURN ON INSPECTION. IT IS THE CITY OF
EL MIRAGE'S POLICY THAT NEW SIGNAL ACTIVATION SHALL NOT OCCUR ON A THURSDAY OR FRIDAY.
11.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL PROVIDE AND INSTALL “TRAFFIC CONTROL CHANGE” SIGNS WITH FLAGS 500 FEET PRIOR TO THE INTERSECTION FOR ALL AFFECTED
APPROACHES FOR 30-DAYS. CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE REMOVAL AND SALVAGING OF THE SIGNS TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
AT 10355 N. 121ST AVENUE.
12.
ALL SIGNING AND STRIPING THAT PERTAINS TO THE OPERATION OF THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL SHALL BE INSTALLED IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO THE ACTIVATION OF THE SIGNAL.
THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR AT 623-876-2975, THREE WORKING DAYS PRIOR TO INSTALLATION FOR APPROVAL
OF LAYOUT AND SIGN LOCATIONS.
13.
ALL ADA FACILITIES SHALL BE IN PLACE PRIOR TO THE ACTIVATION OF THE TRAFFIC SIGNAL.
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DRY UTILITY NOTES
DRY UTILITY NOTES:
1.
ALL WORK PERFORMED IN THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE RIGHT-OF-WAY AND ALLEYS WILL REQUIRE AN ACCEPTED TRAFFIC CONTROL PLAN PREPARED BY A BARRICADE
COMPANY AND SHALL BE GOVERNED BY THE LATEST EDITION OF THE CITY OF PHOENIX TRAFFIC BARRICADE MANUAL. THE CONTRACTOR/UTILITY COMPANY SHALL HAVE A
COPY OF THE APPROVED CONSTRUCTION PLANS, APPROVED TRAFFIC CONTROL PERMIT/PLANS AND CONSTRUCTION PERMIT AT THE PROJECT SITE AT ALL TIMES.
2.
PLAN APPROVAL BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE FOR COMPLIANCE WITH CITY REQUIREMENTS SHALL NOT PREVENT THE CITY FROM REQUIRING CORRECTION OF ERRORS
FOUND TO BE IN VIOLATION OF ANY LAW, ORDINANCE, OR CITY OF EL MIRAGE REQUIREMENTS FOR UTILITY CONSTRUCTION IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY. THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
DOES NOT WARRANT ANY OF THE QUANTITIES SHOWN ON THESE PLANS.
3.
ALL UTILITY CONSTRUCTION SHALL CONFORM TO THE LATEST MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (MAG) UNIFORM STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS FOR
PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION AND TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE SUPPLEMENTS TO MAG DETAILS.
4.
ALL UTILITY WORK CROSSING EXISTING STREETS MUST BE ACCOMPLISHED BY HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLING, UNLESS OTHERWISE APPROVED BY THE CITY. ALL
UTILITIES CROSSING STREETS OR ROADS BEING BORED/HORIZONTAL DIRECTIONAL DRILLED SHALL COMPLY WITH MAG SPECIFICATION SECTION 608 WHERE POSSIBLE. ALL
STREET OR ROAD CROSSINGS SHALL BE PLACED WITHIN CONDUIT(S) OR SLEEVES.
5.
THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR MUST BE NOTIFIED NO MORE THAN FIVE (5) BUSINESS DAYS AND NOT LESS THAN 48-HOURS PRIOR TO COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION.
THE PERMIT NUMBER AND LOCATION MUST BE PROVIDED.
6.
PROPER NOTIFICATION MUST BE MADE TO ALL EFFECTED RESIDENTS. THIS INCLUDES NOTIFICATION/INFORMATION SIGNS AND HANGING OF DOOR NOTICES. DOOR
HANGERS SHALL BE HUNG PRIOR TO BLUE-STAKING AND COMMENCING NON-EMERGENCY WORK.
7.
ALL WORK REQUIRING ASPHALT REPLACEMENT, CONCRETE REPLACEMENT OR RESURFACING IN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY WILL REQUIRE A FINAL INSPECTION WITH THE UTILITY
COMPANY REPRESENTATIVE AT THE TIME OF COMPLETION. TEMPORARY PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT THAT USES COLD-MIX ASPHALT SHALL BE REPLACED NO LATER THAN 7-
BUSINESS DAYS AFTER INITIAL PLACEMENT. THIS ALSO INCLUDES PAVEMENT MARKINGS.
8.
ALL POTHOLES FOR EXISTING UTILITY CROSSINGS OR SOIL BORINGS FOR FUTURE UTILITIES WILL BE REPAIRED WITH A FULL DEPTH T-TOP PER MAG STANDARD DETAIL 212,
TYPE 'A'. THE CITY MAY REQUIRE ADDITIONAL REPAIRS, AS REQUIRED BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR.
9.
THE FOLLOWING ITEMS SHALL BE APPROVED IN THE FIELD BY THE ENGINEERING INSPECTOR TO ACCOUNT FOR UNFORESEEN CONDITIONS:
A.
BACKFILL AND COMPACTION
B.
CONCRETE REPAIR AND CURING
C.
ASPHALT REPAIR AND PAVEMENT MATCHING
10.
WHEN EXCAVATING IN OR ADJACENT TO LANDSCAPING WITHIN THE RIGHT-OF-WAY, THE CONTRACTOR SHALL CONTACT THE PROPERTY OWNER, HOA OR MANAGEMENT
COMPANY REGARDING THE LOCATION OF UNDERGROUND IRRIGATION FACILITIES.
11.
ALL PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT SHALL CONFORM WITH MAG STANDARD DETAIL 200-1 MODIFIED WITH A ONE-HALF (1/2) SACK PORTLAND CEMENT ABC SLURRY, WHICH
CONFORMS TO MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION 728, (MODIFIED FOR ONE-HALF SACK PORTLAND CEMENT), FOR TRENCH BACKFILL FROM ONE (1) FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF
PIPE TO THE EXISTING PAVEMENT SUBGRADE. USE TYPE 'A' FOR LONGITUDINAL TRENCH REPAIR AND USE “T TOP” FOR TRANSVERSE TRENCH REPAIR OR WHEN A TRENCH
RUNS THROUGH AN INTERSECTION. PAVEMENT REPLACEMENT THICKNESS SHALL BE 1.5 TIMES THE EXISTING ASPHALT THICKNESS. AC MIX DESIGN SHALL BE PER THE CITY
OF PHOENIX C-3/4” MIX. CRACK SEALING IS REQUIRED.
12.
ALL TRENCHES IN EXISTING AND FUTURE PAVEMENT ARE REQUIRED TO BE BACKFILLED WITH A MINIMUM OF 12 SACK SLURRY CONTROLLED LOW-STRENGTH MATERIAL AND
ALL TRENCHING WITHIN 2-FEET OF THE BACK OF CURB OR EDGE OF PAVEMENT WILL REQUIRE ABC COMPACTED TO 95% OR ½ SACK SLURRY CONTROLLED LOW-STRENGTH
MATERIAL PER MAG SECTIONS 604 AND 728.
13. MAINTAIN THE FOLLOWING MINIMUM SEPARATIONS: SIX (6) FEET HORIZONTAL FROM WATER AND SEWER MAINS AND THREE (3) FEET HORIZONTAL FROM ALL OTHER
UTILITIES. MAINTAIN A MINIMUM OF ONE (1) FOOT VERTICAL SEPARATION FROM ALL UTILITIES. ALL DISTANCES ARE MEASURED FROM OUTSIDE OF PIPE TO OUTSIDE OF PIPE.
14.
THE MINIMUM DEPTH OF COVER FOR VARIOUS UTILITIES SHALL BE AS FOLLOWS:
TYPE
MINIMUM DEPTH
FIBER OPTIC CABLE & GAS
36"
TELEPHONE, CABLE, ALL OTHERS
24" TO 36"
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15.
ANY DAMAGE TO PUBLIC OR PRIVATE PROPERTY SHALL BE REPORTED TO THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE AND THE PROPERTY OWNER. REPAIR AND/OR REPLACEMENT, IN KIND,
SHALL BE COORDINATED WITH THE PROPERTY OWNER AND/OR THE CITY.
16.
ALL WORK THAT LIES WITHIN A SPECIAL FLOOD HAZARD AREA (SFHA) WILL REQUIRE A FLOODPLAIN REVIEW BY THE FLOODPLAIN ADMINISTRATOR OR THEIR DESIGNEE AND
ADDITIONAL STIPULATIONS MAY BE REQUIRED.
17.
THE JOBSITE SHALL BE CLEANED OF ANY DEBRIS OR SPOILS RESULTING FROM THIS PROJECT AT THE COMPLETION OF THE PROJECT.
18.
THE UTILITY PROVIDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING A NATIONAL POLLUTION DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES) PERMIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH FEDERAL AND
STATE REGULATIONS, INCLUDING NOTICE OF INTENT (NOI), NOTICE OF TERMINATION (NOT), AND STORM WATER POLLUTION PREVENTION PLAN (SWPPP), AS NECESSARY.
19.
THE UTILITY PROVIDER IS RESPONSIBLE FOR OBTAINING A DUST CONTROL PERMIT IN ACCORDANCE WITH MARICOPA COUNTY RULE 310.
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ALLOWABLE MATERIALS LIST
ALLOWABLE MATERIALS LIST:
MATERIALS ALLOWED FOR CONSTRUCTION IN EL MIRAGE SHALL BE PER THE LATEST EDITIONS OF THE MARICOPA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS UNIFORM STANDARD
SPECIFICATIONS AND DETAILS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION EXCEPT AS PROVIDED BELOW.
WATER LINE MATERIALS:
A.
WATERLINE AND PLUMBING MATERIALS SHALL COMPLY WITH NSF 61 LATEST EDITION AND BE LEAD FREE. NO EXCEPTIONS FOR NON-POTABLE SYSTEMS.
B.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE, MORTAR-LINED, PRESSURE CLASS 350, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATERLINE SIZES 6" THROUGH 12" IN DIAMETER.
C.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE, MORTAR-LINED, PRESSURE CLASS 250 MINIMUM, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATERLINES 16" IN DIAMETER AND LARGER.
D.
PVC PIPE, AWWA C-900 PRESSURE CLASS 200, IS ACCEPTABLE FOR WATERLINES SIZES 6" AND 8" IN DIAMETER. (PRIVATE ONLY)
E.
POLYWRAP FOR DUCTILE IRON PIPE SHALL BE IN CONFORMANCE WITH SECTION 610.6 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS.
DISTRIBUTION FITTING:
PUSH-ON OR MECHANICAL JOINT IN ACCORDANCE WITH AWWA C111 AND MAG SECTION 750.4. JOINT RESTRAINTS, WHERE REQUIRED, SHALL BE MECHANICAL RESTRAINED
JOINT WITH PRODUCT APPROVED BY CITY OR FLANGED JOINT FOR LENGTHS IN ACCORDANCE WITH MAG DETAIL 303-2. FIELD LOCK GASKETS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
WATER LINE VALVE:
MUELLER, CLOW, KENNEDY, OR M&H RESILIENT WEDGE SEATED GATE VALVE IN ACCORDANCE WITH MAG SECTION 630.3 WITH VALVE BOX AND COVER IN ACCORDANCE WITH
MAG DETAIL 391-1 TYPE "A". ALL VALVES SHALL INCLUDE A DEBRIS CAP INSTALLED PER MAG DETAIL 392 TYPE "A". VALVES SHALL OPEN BY TURNING COUNTER CLOCKWISE.
TAPPING SLEEVE & VALVE:
STAINLESS STEEL - APPROVED MANUFACTURERS ARE CASCADE, JCM, AND SMITH-BLAIR.
WATER SERVICE:
A.
WATER SERVICE PIPING SHALL BE TYPE "K" COPPER. MINIMUM WATER SERVICE LINE SIZE DIAMETER SHALL BE 1-INCH.
B.
APPROVED SADDLES, ALL IRON PIPE THREAD TAP AND BRONZE STRAP; FOR PVC, JONES J-995, JONES J-996, MUELLER H-13000 SERIES; FOR DUCTILE IRON PIPE, FORD
202B, JONES J-979, MUELLER BR2B SERIES, MUELLER BR2S SERIES.
C.
ALL BRASS FITTINGS MUST BE MANUFACTURED BY FORD, MUELLER, OR JAMES JONES. ALL ANGLE METER STOPS MUST INCLUDE LOCKING WINGS.
D.
ALL CORP STOPS AND ANGLE VALVES MUST BE BALL STYLE. ALL FITTINGS MUST BE "PAC-JOINT" TYPE. ALL BRASS MUST BE LEAD FREE.
FIRE HYDRANTS (DRY BARREL):
A.
HYDRANTS SHALL BE MANUFACTURED BY CLOW, KENNEDY, MUELLER CENTURION, OR WATEROUS PACER.
B.
ALL HYDRANTS SHALL BE EQUIPPED WITH NATIONAL STANDARD HOSE THREADS.
DIP SECTIONS:
ALL DIP SECTIONS SHALL BE CONSTRUCTED OF RESTRAINED DUCTILE IRON PIPE (DIP) PER CITY DETAIL EM-370. ALL DIP SECTIONS SHALL BE JOINT RESTRAINED DIP WITH
POLYETHYLENE WRAP FOR THE ENTIRE LENGTH PER MAG SECTION 610.6. JOINT RESTRAINED LENGTHS WILL FOLLOW MAG DETAIL 303-1 AND 303-2. ANCHOR BLOCKS / THRUST
BLOCKS MUST BE INSTALLED FOR VERTICAL BENDS PER MAG DETAIL 381.
SEWER LINE MATERIALS:
A.
PVC SDR 35 SEWER PIPE, WHICH CONFORMS WITH SECTION 745 OF THE MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS IS ACCEPTABLE FOR SEWER LINE SIZES 8" THROUGH 15" IN
DIAMETER.
B.
SEWER SERVICE PIPING SHALL BE SCH-40 PVC.
SEWER FORCE MAIN MATERIALS:
A.
PVC AWWA C-900, DR14 OR DR18 FOR 12" DIAMETER AND LESS.
B.
DUCTILE IRON PIPE (WITH APPROVED LINING) FOR GREATER THAN 12" DIAMETER OR GREATER THAN 10' DEEP.
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ALLOWABLE MATERIALS LIST (CONTINUED):
UTILITY MARKERS:
CARSONITE "CURVE FLEX" UTILITY MARKERS SHALL BE USED FOR ALL MANHOLES AND VALVES LOCATED OUTSIDE OF PAVED AREAS.
MANHOLE COATING:
EPOXY COATED - MANHOLE BASE AND COATING SYSTEM WITH A MINIMUM WET FILM THICKNESS OF 125 MILS. THE EPOXY COATING SYSTEM SHALL BE ONE OF THE FOLLOWING:
1.
RLS RAVEN 405
2.
SAUEREISEN SEWERGARD NO. 210
3.
ENVIRONMENTAL COATINGS, LLC SEWER SHIELD 150
STORM DRAIN PIPE: CLASS IV OR V RUBBER GASKET REINFORCED CONCRETE PIPE (RGRCP) PER MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATION 735 AND 765.
TRACER WIRE: COPPERHEAD HIGH STRENGTH PART NO. 1230-HS, HS-CCS HDPE 30 MIL WITH SNAKEBITE LOCKING CONNECTORS.
DETECTABLE TAPE: PRO-LINE SAFETY PRODUCTS OR HYTECH DETECTABLE TAPE AS SPECIFIED ON CITY DETAIL EM-162-1.
ALLOWABLE MATERIALS LIST
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
EM-101-12
SHEET 2 OF 2

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
TECHNICAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS
BY STREET CLASSIFICATION
EM-111-1
ITEM
SUB ITEM
CLASSIFICATION
MAJOR ARTERIAL
MINOR ARTERIAL
COLLECTOR (8)
LOCAL &
PRIVATE
RESIDENTIAL
CUL-DE-SAC (3)
EXISTING ALLEY (5)
EMERGENCY
ACCESS
MINIMUM RIGHT-OF-WAY
(PUBLIC / PRIVATE)
130' - 150'
(4)
110'
(4)
60' TO 80'
50'
60' RADIUS
VARIES
20'
MINIMUM STREET WIDTH
(FC TO FC)
92' - 102'
(8)
68'
(8)
44' - 64'
(8)
32'
48' RADIUS TO FACE OF CURB
PAVEMENT FULL
WIDTH OF ALLEY
UP TO 24'
20'
CURBING
(MAG STD. DET. 220)
VERTICAL CURB & GUTTER
N/A
N/A
SIDEWALK
(MAG STD. DET. 230)
8' WIDE (DETACH)
6' WIDE (9)
5' WIDE
MINIMUM PAVEMENT
STRUCTURE (1)
ASPHALTIC CONCRETE
(MAG SPEC. 710)
5"
4"
3" MINIMUM
3" MINIMUM
(12)
BASE DEPTH
12"
8"
6" MINIMUM
6" MINIMUM
LONGITUDINAL SLOPE
0.4% MINIMUM
6% MAXIMUM
600' MAXIMUM LENGTH
0.4% MINIMUM
9% MAXIMUM
600' MAXIMUM LENGTH
0.4% MINIMUM
9% MAXIMUM
0.4%
10%
CROSS SLOPE
(STRAIGHT CROWN)
1% MINIMUM TO 3% MAXIMUM
5%
VERTICAL CURVE (6)
REQUIRED WHEN:
GRADE CHANGE EXCEEDS 1.5%
GRADE CHANGE EXCEEDS 1.5%
N/A
CREST CURVE (2)
(11)
(11)
(11)
(11)
10%
SAG CURVE (2)
(11)
(11)
(11)
(11)
10%
HORIZONTAL CURVE
REQUIRED WHEN:
TANGENT CENTERLINES DEFLECT
MORE THAN 5 DEGREES
TANGENT CENTERLINES DEFLECT
MORE THAN 5 DEGREES
TANGENT CENTERLINES DEFLECT
MORE THAN 5 DEGREES
N/A
WB-50
(INSIDE 19.5')
(OUTSIDE 45')
MINIMUM
RADIUS
NO SUPERELEVATION
(10)
(10)
300'
2% SUPERELEVATION
(10)
(10)
N/A
MINIMUM TANGENT
CENTERLINE BETWEEN
REVERSE CURVES
280'
270'
150' (MINOR)
200' (MAJOR)
150'
TAPERS
LENGTH
SPEED LIMIT x WIDTH (7)
(SPEED LIMIT) (WIDTH)
60
N/A
N/A
PAVEMENT STRUCTURE
MATCH MINIMUM PAVEMENT STRUCTURE ABOVE
TECHNICAL DESIGN REQUIREMENTS BY STREET CLASSIFICATION
2
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
SIGN POST INSTALLATION
EM-132-1
SEE DETAIL 'A'
FOR MOUNTING
DETAIL 'A'
SIGN MOUNTING
1-11/32" x 31/32" THRD x 5/16"
CORNER BOLT WITH 5/16"
SELF LOCKING NUT
POST
SIGN
SIGN HEIGHT PER MUTCD
UNLESS OTHERWISE
DIRECTED
SEE
DETAIL 'B'
POST
ANCHOR
CONCRETE BASE
OFFSET PER
MUTCD UNLESS
OTHERWISE
DIRECTED
DETAIL 'B'
ANCHOR ASSEMBLY
POST
ANCHOR
1-11/32" x 31/32" THRD
EACH END x 5/16" DIA.
CORNER BOLT WITH
5/16" SELF LOCKING
NUTS
LEGEND:
·
POST: 1-3/4" x 1-3/4" SQUARE PERFORATED 0.105"
GALVANIZED STEEL TUBING (GALVANIZED FINISH)
·
ANCHOR: 2" x 2" x 30" SQUARE PERFORATED 0.105"
GALVANIZED STEEL TUBING (GALVANIZED FINISH)
NOTES:
1.
SIGN POST AND ANCHOR SPECIFICATIONS PER COEM
STD. DET. EM-132-2.
2.
CONCRETE FOR ANCHOR SHALL BE 8-INCHES IN DIA. BY
24-INCHES IN DEPTH AND CLASS "C" CONCRETE.
3.
TOP OF ANCHOR SHALL BE 6-INCHES MAXIMUM ABOVE
GROUND SURFACE.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
DESIGN SPEED
(85TH PERCENTILE)
OF MAJOR STREET*
DISTANCE A
DISTANCE C
DIST. B
NUMBER OF MAJOR STREET LANES
TO CROSS FOR LEFT TURN FROM
MINOR STREET OR DRIVEWAY
(INCLUDING MEDIAN)
NUMBER OF OPPOSING LANES
TO CROSS FOR LEFT TURN
FROM MAJOR STREET
RIGHT
TURN
FROM
MINOR
STREET
25 MPH
30 MPH
35 MPH
40 MPH
45 MPH
50 MPH
55 MPH
280'
340'
390'
450'
500'
560'
610'
300'
360'
420'
480'
530'
590'
650'
320'
380'
440'
500'
570'
630'
690'
340'
400'
470'
530'
600'
670'
730'
240'
290'
340'
390'
430'
480'
530'
210'
250'
290'
330'
370'
410'
450'
230'
270'
310'
360'
400'
450'
490'
240'
290'
340'
390'
430'
480'
530'
260'
310'
370'
420'
470'
520'
570'
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
PASSENGER VEHICLE INTERSECTION SIGHT DISTANCE
*DESIGN SPEEDS SHALL BE 55 MPH FOR AN ARTERIAL, 40 MPH FOR A COLLECTOR, AND 35 MPH FOR A
LOCAL STREET.
SIGHT DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS
ARTERIAL AND COLLECTOR STREETS
EM-158
NOTES:
1.
THE SHADED AREAS (SIGHT VISIBILITY
TRIANGLES) SHALL BE KEPT CLEAR OF
VEGETATION THAT AT MATURITY WILL
HAVE HEIGHTS GREATER THAN 30” AND
TREES THAT HAVE BRANCHES LOWER
THAN 84”; AS MEASURED FROM
PAVEMENT SURFACE.
2.
ABOVE GROUND UTILITY FACILITIES
AND APPURTENANCES ABOVE 30” IN
HEIGHT SHALL NOT BE LOCATED
WITHIN THE SIGHT VISIBILITY
TRIANGLES.
3.
THE DRAWING DEPICTS A TYPICAL
PASSENGER VEHICLE WITH GRADES OF
3% OR LESS, ADJUSTMENTS FOR
GRADES GREATER THAN 3% SHALL BE
MADE PER AASHTO.
4.
DESIGN VEHICLE SHALL BE
DETERMINED BY THE CITY ENGINEER.
REFER TO AASHTO FOR SIGHT
DISTANCE REQUIREMENTS FOR A
SINGLE UNIT TRUCK AND COMBINATION
TRUCK.
5.
MEDIANS LESS THAN 4’ IN WIDTH WILL
EITHER BE STAMPED CONCRETE,
EXPOSED CONCRETE OR PAVERS; NO
PLANT MATERIAL WILL BE ALLOWED.
6.
MOUNDS USED WITHIN SIGHT
DISTANCE TRIANGLES, ROW, AND VIEW
EASEMENTS ARE NOT PERMITTED.
CARE SHOULD BE TAKEN WHEN
DESIGNING LANDSCAPING WITHIN
SIGHT DISTANCE TRIANGLES AND VIEW
EASEMENTS.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
RESTRICTED AREA FOR VEGETATION
AND OTHER SIGHT OBSTRUCTIONS.
RIGHT-OF-WAY
RIGHT-OF-WAY
RIGHT-OF-WAY
RIGHT-OF-WAY
RIGHT-OF-WAY
RIGHT-OF-WAY
MAJOR STREET
MAJOR STREET
MINOR STREET
OR DRIVEWAY
EDGE OF PAVEMENT / CURB LINE
EDGE OF PAVEMENT / CURB LINE
EDGE OF PAVEMENT / CURB LINE
SIGHT LINE
SIGHT LINE
MEASURE TO CENTER
OF THROUGH LANE
(TYP.)
STOP SIGN
DISTANCE B
DISTANCE A
DISTANCE C
12'
3'
10'
SIGHT LINE
3'

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
DRIVEWAY CRITERIA
EM-259
NOTES:
(1)
DIMENSIONS PROVIDED ARE MINIMUM DESIGN REQUIREMENTS. ACTUAL DIMENSIONS SHALL BE BASED ON A TRAFFIC STUDY
AND SITE SPECIFIC DATA.
(2)
HIGH VOLUME DRIVEWAY WITH TWO (2) OUTBOUND APPROACH LANES, REQUIRES DECELERATION LANE UNLESS OTHERWISE
APPROVED BY THE CITY ENGINEER AND INCREASED TO FOURTY-SIX (46) FEET WITH ADDITION OF RAISED MEDIAN.
(3)
SEE CITY CODE SECTION 154.103 (D).
(4)
SEE CITY CODE SECTION 154.103 (C). THE CITY REQUIRES FULL ACCESS DRIVEWAYS TO BE A MINIMUM OF 660 FEET FROM
SIGNALIZED INTERSECTIONS, MEASURED FROM NEAREST FACE OF CURB TO NEAREST FACE OF CURB.
(5)
ACTUAL MAX WIDTH OF DRIVEWAY IS BASED ON LOT SIZE AND SHALL BE CALCULATED FOR EACH LOT PER CITY CODE
SECTION 72.09 (B).
(6)
ALL DRIVEWAY WINGS OR PC'S WILL BEGIN NO CLOSER THAN FIVE (5) FEET FROM ANY PROPERTY LINE.
RESIDENTIAL (1)
COMMERCIAL / INDUSTRIAL (1)
SINGLE FAMILY
MULTI-FAMILY
SINGLE BUSINESS
MULTI-BUSINESS
STD. CONSTRUCTION DTL.
MAG 250-1 & 2
MAG 250-1 & 2 OR
COEM EM-251-1 & 2
MAG 250-1 & 2 OR
COEM EM-251-1 & 2
MAG 250-1 & 2 OR
COEM EM-251-1 & 2
STANDARD WIDTH (TWO WAY)
16-FT
24-FT
30-FT
30-FT
MIN. WIDTH (ONE WAY)
N/A
16-FT
16-FT
16-FT
MIN. WIDTH (TWO WAY)
12-FT
24-FT
24-FT
24-FT
MAX. WIDTH (TWO WAY)
30-FT (5)
40-FT (2)
40-FT (2)
40-FT (2)
MIN. SPACE BETWEEN DRIVES
(INSIDE EDGE TO INSIDE EDGE)
10-FT
(3)
(3)
(3)
MIN. DISTANCE FROM
INTERSECTION
(CORNER CLEARANCE)
25-FT
(NEAREST PC TO INSIDE
EDGE)
(4)
(4)
(4)
MAX. NUMBER OF DRIVEWAYS
1 PER PROPERTY
2 PER FIRST 19 UNITS
1 PER 100-FT OF STREET
FRONTAGE
(MAX OF 2 PER STREET)
1 PER 225-FT FRONTAGE
3 PER 1200-FT FRONTAGE
2 PER 800-FT FRONTAGE
4 PER 2600-FT FRONTAGE
3 PER 1200-FT FRONTAGE
4 PER 2600-FT FRONTAGE
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
WATER SERVICE CONNECTION
2" AND SMALLER
EM-325
NOTES:
1.
ALL TAPS MUST BE MADE BY USING A SERVICE SADDLE AS SHOWN.
2.
THE CONTRACTOR IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TAPPING THE MAIN AND
INSTALLING THE WATER SERVICES. THIS INCLUDES THE CORP STOP,
SERVICE PIPE, APPURTENANT FITTINGS, CURB STOP, METER BOX AND
COVER.
3.
THE MINIMUM SERVICE SIZE SHALL BE 1-INCH.
4.
NO COUPLINGS ALLOWED FOR SERVICE LINES.
5.
ALL MATERIALS SHALL CONFORM TO THE LATEST MAG SPECIFICATIONS.
6.
5/8" METERS SHALL BE INSTALLED IN A #2 BOX.
7.
INSTALL TRACER WIRE ON SERVICE LINE AND INSIDE METER BOX PER
COEM DETAIL EM-162-1.
8.
METER BOX MUST BE WITHIN THE RIGHT OF WAY OR AN EASEMENT
WILL BE REQUIRED.
CONSTRUCTION SERVICE WATER METER BY-PASS
BRASS CORP STOP
WITH COMPRESSION
TYPE FITTING
5/8" METER SPACER
1" METER SPACER
1-1/4" M.I.P. x 10-3/4" OVERALL
PVC - SCH. 40 (AS SHOWN WITH MALE ADAPTERS)
OR PVC - SCH. 80 THREADED NIPPLE
APPROVED DOUBLE STRAP HEAVY DUTY BRONZE
SADDLE IRON PIPE THREAD SET AT 30° ANGLE
COPPER PIPE ROLL
TYPE "K" (MIN. 1 INCH)
MIN. 8" TRENCH WIDTH
FOR TAPS ON METER
SIDE OF MAIN
LENGTH OF COPPER ENCASED
IN 6" OF WASHED SAND
WATER
PREFERRED
POSITION
18" MAX FROM
B/WALK
(SEE NOTE 8)
TO BUILDING
METER BOX
PLAN VIEW
APPROVED COMPOSITE MATERIAL
LID & CONCRETE BOX
PROFILE VIEW
2" ABOVE GRADE
SIDEWALK PER
MAG STD. DET. 230
BRASS ANGLE CURB STOP WITH
LOCKING AND COMPRESSION
TYPE FITTING
WATER METER & METER COUPLING TO
BE INSTALLED BY CITY UPON PROPER
APPLICATION AND PAYMENT OF FEES
WATER
MAIN
APPROVED DOUBLE
STRAP HEAVY DUTY
BRONZE SADDLE IRON
PIPE THREAD
30" MIN COVER
ON SERVICES
TYPE K COPPER
ALTERNATE
POSITION
CORP STOP
30°
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
18" MAX FROM
B/WALK
(SEE NOTE 8)

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
LARGE METER AND VAULT
3" OR LARGER
EM-345
VAULT DIMENSION DETAILS
(MINIMUM)
METER SIZE
(A)
(B)
HATCH
(A)
(B)
3"
8'-4"
4'-4"
6'
3'
4"
10'-6"
5'
6'
3'
6"
12'
5'
6'
4'
8"
15'
6'
6'
4'
SECTION A-A
A
FINISHED GRADE
NON-FERROUS
METAL VAULT
STEPS
HATCH CENTERED
IN VAULT TOP
VARIES
6' MIN.
18"
MIN.
24"
ERT
BY-PASS
4"
4"
12"
CONCRETE SUPPORT
UNDER NO.
PRECAST SOLID FLOOR
SLOPE @ 5% TO SUMP
SUMP
PIT
6" NATIVE AND/OR
95% COMPACTED
6"x6"x6"
CONCRETE BASE
NON-FERROUS METAL
VAULT STEPS
WRAP EXPOSED END OF DIP
IN CONCRETE WITH TAR
PAPER OR BUILDING PAPER.
2" COPPER
BY-PASS
FLUSHING
TEE & VALVE
UNION
A
1
4
8
6
4
1
5
4
9
1
CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
DOUBLE STRAP ALL BRONZE SADDLE
CORP STOP 2" BALL TYPE
2" BYPASS METER PER CITY OF EL MIRAGE
RISING STEM GATE VALVE R/S FLANGED
WITH HAND WHEEL
RADIO READ* METER PER CITY OF
EL MIRAGE
FLANGED SPOOL (MIN. 3 PIPE DIA. IN
LENGTH)
2" BYPASS SUPPORT
STRAINER
ADJUSTABLE PIPE SUPPORT
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
NOTES:
1.
ALL METER VAULTS REQUIRE A
PRE-CONSTRUCTION MEETING WITH THE CITY
PRIOR TO INSTALLATION.
2.
BOTH METERS SHALL BE RADIO READ WITH ERT
MOUNTED WITHIN 6" OF FINISHED GRADE.
3.
METER VAULTS TO BE PRE-CAST CONCRETE.
4.
JOINT RESTRAINT TO AND THROUGH REQUIRED.
5.
SUMP PIT TO BE 8 CUBIC FEET OF CLEAN #57
ROCK AND LINED WITH FABRIC FILTER LINER
MIRAFI TYPE 140NL OR APPROVED EQUAL.
6.
ACCESS TO HATCH - USF FABRICATION INC.
ALUMINUM SPRING OR TORSION BAR ASSISTED
DOUBLE LIDS WITH 90 TO 180 DEGREE OPEN
RANGE WITH RECESSED PADLOCK/HASP
ASSEMBLY AND 300 PSF RATING.
7.
PIPELINE PRODUCTS VL-100 EXTENDABLE
LADDER. TELESCOPING LADDER MUST BE
INSTALLED ON THE VERTICAL WALL JUST BELOW
THE SAFETY NET. POSITION THE LADDER TO
CENTER OF ACCESS HATCH OR EQUAL.
8.
SAFETY NET - U.S. WEBBING SLING STANDARD
EZ BARRIER OR APPROVED EQUAL.
2
2
3
7
7
(A) - VARIES
SEE TABLE OF VAULT SIZES
(B) - VARIES
SEE TABLE OF VAULT SIZES
24"
FLOW
6"
MIN.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES
3" AND SMALLER
EM-351
CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
APPROVED REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY, BALL
VALVES INCLUDED.
PIPE, TYPE "K" HARD COPPER, 5/8" THROUGH 3".
90° COPPER ELL, 5/8" THROUGH 3".
PIPE UNION, BRASS OR COPPER.
TEST COCKS WITH BRASS PLUGS INSTALLED
(4 REQUIRED).
INSTALL 4" CONCRETE PAD, ENCLOSURE, AND
HARDWARE.
INSTALL PVC SLEEVE THROUGH CONCRETE.
INSIDE DIAMETER OF SLEEVE SHALL BE 1/2"
LARGER THAN COPPER PIPE.
NOTES:
1.
CONTACT CITY OF EL MIRAGE FOR VERIFICATION OF APPROVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES
AND CERTIFIED TESTERS.
2.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES MUST BE INSPECTED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE AND TESTED BY
A CITY APPROVED CERTIFIED TESTER.
3.
ALL TEST COCKS SHALL BE FITTED WITH BRASS PLUGS INSTALLED WITH TEFLON TAPE.
4.
12" MINIMUM CLEARANCE IN FRONT OF TEST COCKS.
5.
COMPRESSION TYPE FITTINGS ARE NOT ALLOWED.
6.
A PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION.
7.
ASSEMBLIES MUST BE INSTALLED AS SHIPPED.
8.
INSTALL A "Y" STRAINER ON THE INLET SIDE.
9.
ENCLOSURE SHALL BE GUARDSHACK GS-1 OR EQUIVALENT.
10.
ASSEMBLY SHALL NOT BE INSTALLED ANY CLOSER THAN 24" FROM A WALL OR OBSTRUCTION (IF TEST
COCKS FACE THE WALL) OR 12" FROM A WALL (IF TEST COCKS FACE AWAY).
11. FINISHED GRADE UNDERNEATH ASSEMBLY SHALL BE AT 95% COMPACTION.
12. INLET SHALL BE AS CLOSE TO SERVICE CONNECTION AS POSSIBLE. THERE SHOULD BE A MINIMUM OF 5'
SEPARATION BETWEEN THE METER AND BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY.
13.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY MUST BE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY BUT NOT WITHIN ANY EASEMENTS.
1
12" MIN.
30 MAX.
1
4
4
2
2
3
3
5
5
6" MIN.
6" MIN.
6" MIN.
3" TYP.
ALL SIDES
INLET
OUTLET
6
6
7
7
2
3
4
5
6
7
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES
4" OR LARGER
EM-352-1
NOTES:
1.
CONTACT THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE FOR VERIFICATION OF APPROVED BACKFLOW
PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES AND CERTIFIED TESTERS.
2.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES MUST BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
INSPECTOR AND TESTED BY A CITY APPROVED CERTIFIED TESTER.
3.
FINISHED GRADE UNDERNEATH BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES SHALL BE 95%
COMPACTION.
4.
ASSEMBLY SHALL BE PAINTED TAN OR TO MATCH BUILDING / BACKGROUND.
5.
ASSEMBLY SHALL BE PROTECTED BY GUARD POSTS PER COEM STD. DET. EM-352-2.
6.
TEST COCKS SHALL BE FITTED WITH PLUGS AND SHALL NOT BE USED FOR ANY REASON
OTHER THAN TESTING.
7.
12" MINIMUM CLEARANCE IN FRONT OF TEST COCKS.
8.
A PERMIT IS REQUIRED FOR INSTALLATION.
9.
INSPECTIONS MUST BE CALLED FOR PIERS, KICKBLOCK, AND ANGLE STEEL PLACEMENT.
10.
THRUST BLOCK PER MAG STD. DET. 380.
11.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY MUST BE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY BUT NOT WITHIN
ANY EASEMENTS.
CONSTRUCTION NOTES:
APPROVED REDUCED PRESSURE PRINCIPLE BACKFLOW
PREVENTION ASSEMBLY.
RESILIENT SEATED GATE VALVE
90° ELBOW (FLANGED DIP 4" THROUGH 10")
PIPE SPOOL (FLANGED DIP 4" THROUGH 10")
FLANGED ADAPTER (WHEN REQUIRED)
3"x3"x1/4" STEEL ANGLE BOLT TO FLANGE AT EACH END.
INSTALL TEST COCKS WITH BRASS PLUGS (4 REQUIRED)
ADJUSTABLE PIPE SUPPORT
CHAIN AND LOCK (ON FIRE LINE ONLY)
8"x8"x16" CONCRETE BLOCK FILLED WITH MORTAR
CONCRETE SPLASH PAD 4" THICK BY MINIMUM 12" WIDE
REQUIRED FROM SUPPORT TO SUPPORT.
COAT WITH COAL TAR EPOXY (16 MILS.)
1
1
3
3
2
2
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
4
4
4
5
5
12
9
10
6
8
11
CITY SERVICE
LINE
CUSTOMER
SIDE
48" MIN. OR TO
METER VAULT
48" MIN.
4
FINISHED GRADE
12" MIN.
30" MAX.
7
TYP.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
CROSS CONNECTION CONTROL 3" AND
LARGER LEAD FREE DOUBLE CHECK
VALVE ASSEMBLY
EM-353
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
THE
CONTACT THE CITY FOR VERIFICATION OF
APPROVED BACKFLOW PREVENTION
ASSEMBLIES AND CERTIFIED TESTERS.
EL MIRAGE DETAIL EM-352-2.
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLIES MUST
BE APPROVED BY THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE
INSPECTOR AND TESTED BY A CITY
APPROVED CERTIFIED TESTER.
AN ENGINEERING PERMIT REQUIRED FOR
BACKFLOW PREVENTION ASSEMBLY MUST
BE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY, BUT NOT WITHIN
ANY EASEMENTS.
13.

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
FIRE HYDRANT / FDC CLEARANCE
EM-361
CLEAR SPACE
CITY OWNED HYDRANTS
SHALL BE PAINTED "SAFETY
YELLOW" AND PRIVATE
OWNED HYDRANTS SHALL BE
PAINTED "SAFETY RED" PER
COEM STD. DET. EM-360
(DEPICTION OF DRY BARREL HYDRANT)
(REMOTE FDC BY FIRE MARSHALL AUTHORIZATION ONLY)
NOTE:
DO NOT PLANT ANY TREES OR SHRUBS
THAT WILL ENCROACH ON THE CLEAR
SPACE INDICATED WHEN THE PLANTS
OR TREES ARE MATURE.
STANDPIPE TO BE PAINTED
"SAFETY RED" PER COEM
STD. DET. EM-360 WITH
2" HIGH WHITE REFLECTIVE
NUMBERS
6'
6'
6'
6'
6'
CLEAR SPACE
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
FIRE HYDRANT PROTECTION POLE
EM-364
NOTES:
1.
DO NOT PLACE POLES IN FRONT OF NOZZLE.
2.
POLES MAY BE CHANGED IN NUMBER AND ARRANGEMENT
DEPENDING ON INDIVIDUAL NEED.
3.
REQUIRED AT SPECIFIED LOCATIONS ONLY.
4.
POLE SHALL BE SCHEDULE 40 4" STEEL.
5.
PAINT POLE "SAFETY YELLOW" PER COEM STD. DET.
EM-360 AND PLACE 3 - 3" RED REFLECTIVE BANDS.
PLAN VIEW
4'-0"
3'-0"
18" MIN.
PAINT OR USE A BOLLARD
POST SLEEVE.
PROFILE VIEW
FILL POLE WITH
CONCRETE AND
MOUND AT TOP.
SLOPE CONCRETE
AWAY FROM POLE.
CONCRETE FOR POLE
INSTALLATION SHALL BE
CLASS "B".
4'-0"
(TYP)
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
BLOW OFF
EM-390
TRAFFIC AREAS
NON-TRAFFIC AREAS
FINISHED GRADE
WATER LINE
6" GRAVEL BED
DIAMOND PLATE STEEL
METER BOX COVER
PER MAG DETAIL 320
TAPPED PLUG OR CAP
WATER LINE
CAP
2" TYPE K
6" GRAVEL BED
FORD B11-777
12" BRASS NIPPLE
COPPER PIPE
4" BRASS NIPPLE
(FIP X FIP) OR
APPROVED EQUAL
TAPPED PLUG OR CAP
12" BRASS NIPPLE
24" MANHOLE RING AND COVER PER COEM STD.
DET. EM-423 WITH "CITY OF EL MIRAGE WATER"
LETTERING AND (3) 6" MANHOLE RISER RINGS.
ADJUST RING TO GRADE PER MAG DETAIL 422-1.
SOLID CONCRETE
BLOCK
ELL COUPLING FORD L14-77G
OR APPROVED EQUAL
MIN. 14"
MAX. 18"
ELEVATION SHALL BE
2" MIN TO 4" MAX
ABOVE FINISHED GRADE
2" BRONZE CURB STOP
2" ADAPTER FORD C84-77G
OR APPROVED EQUAL
2" ABOVE GRADE WITH
PVC CAP (TYP)
6" SDR 35 PVC
BOTTOM TO REST
ON BLOCKING
A
A
SECTION A-A
NOTE: ADD DEBRIS CAP PER MAG 392
8" MIN.
12" MAX.
CONCRETE WATER
METER BOX NO. 2
PER MAG DETAIL 320
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
BEDDING AND BACKFILL
FOR ALL PIPELINES
EM-406
TRENCH SLOPED OR SHORED AS
REQUIRED BY OSHA
12" MIN.
(OR PER
MAG 601.2.2)
12" MIN.
PIPE ZONE
4" MIN.
AGGREGATE BASE PER
MAG SPEC. TABLE 702-1
95% MINIMUM REQUIRED DENSITY
PIPE
NOTES:
1.
AGGREGATE BASE PER MAG STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS TABLE 702-1, SHALL BE USED IN THE PIPE ZONE. THE
PIPE ZONE EXTENDS FROM THE BOTTOM OF TRENCH TO ONE-FOOT ABOVE THE TOP OF PIPE.
2.
BOTTOM OF TRENCH TO BE INSPECTED FOR UNIFORMITY AND SUBJECT TO COMPACTION TESTING AT THE
DISCRETION OF THE CITY OF EL MIRAGE PRIOR TO BEDDING PLACEMENT.
3.
PIPE ZONE PLACEMENTS SHALL BE NO LESS THAN FOUR LIFTS, BEDDING, SPRINGLINE, TOP OF PIPE AND 1-FOOT
ABOVE PIPE. EACH LIFT SHALL BE PLACED AT 95% COMPACTION.
4.
BACKFILL ABOVE THE PIPE ZONE SHALL CONFORM TO MAG SECTION 601, TABLE 601-2 TYPE 1 AND NOTE 5 BELOW.
5.
FINAL BACKFILL BENEATH ASPHALT REPLACEMENTS SHALL CONFORM TO THE APPROPRIATE TRENCH TYPE PER
MAG STANDARD DETAIL 200-1. IF SLURRY IS TO BE USED, IT SHALL BE 1/2 SACK CLSM.
REVISION DATE: 01/2023
INITIAL BACKFILL (ABC).
SLURRY MAY BE USED
WITH CITY APPROVAL.
HAUNCHING (ABC).
SLURRY MAY BE USED
WITH CITY APPROVAL.
FOUNDATION (NATIVE OR
REPLACEMENT MATERIAL)
BEDDING (ABC)
FINAL BACKFILL
(SLURRY, ABC, AND/OR
GRANULAR MATERIAL)

STANDARD DETAIL NO.
ADOPTED BY COUNCIL:
DECEMBER 6, 2022
SEWER SERVICE LATERAL
GREATER THAN 2 FEET DEEP
EM-440-1
NOTES:
1.
SERVICE LATERAL EXTENDS TO PROPERTY
LINE OR TO EASEMENT LINE.
2.
SIZE OF TAP AND SERVICE LATERAL SHALL BE
DESIGNATED ON PLANS.
3.
CONSTRUCT SERVICE LATERAL AT MINIMUM
SLOPE OF 1/4" PER FOOT.
4.
IF DEPTH REQUIRES, MINIMUM SLOPE CAN BE
REDUCED TO 1/8" PER FOOT PROVIDED
SERVICE LATERAL IS SURVEYED & STAKED TO
GRADE.
5.
CONTRACTOR SHALL USE THE APPROPRIATE
FITTINGS TO ENSURE NO MISALIGNMENT OF
PIPE AND NO JOINT DEFLECTION.
6.
END OF SERVICE LATERAL TO BE SEALED.
BACKWATER VALVE SHALL BE INSTALLED PER
COEM STD. DET. EM-442 WHEN USER
CONNECTION IS MADE.
7.
FOR CLEANOUTS LESS THAN 24" DEEP, REFER
TO COEM STD. DET. EM-440-2.
8.
SERVICE LINE CONNECTIONS SHALL HAVE A
WYE FITTING. SADDLES ARE NOT ACCEPTABLE.
9.
PLACE CONCRETE AROUND PIPE INSIDE FRAME
OR METER BOX.
10.
ON DOUBLE BARREL TWO-WAY CLEANOUT, IF
HORIZONTAL SPACING ALLOWS, CONTRACTOR
SHALL INSTALL FRAMES AND COVERS PER MAG
STD. DET. 270, IF FRAMES AND COVERS ARE
NOT USED, A MINIMUM OF A MAG #2 METER
BOX SHALL BE USED. STAMP OR WELD A 2"
TALL LETTER "S" ON LID OF METER BOX.
TRACER WIRE TO BE
LOOPED AND SECURED
AROUND MAIN
SEWER MAIN
INVERT OF SERVICE
INSTALLED AT OR
ABOVE CROWN OF MAIN
4" OR 6" PVC
(SCHEDULE 40)
SEWER LATERAL
2-WAY CLEANOUT
TRACER WIRE TO BE
EXTENDED TO 18"
ABOVE FINISHED GRADE
& LOOPED IN BOX
THREADED PLUG
SEE NOTE 10
R/W LINE OR
PROPERTY LINE
6"
2"
SLOPE
LEVEL
4" OR 6" 45°
WYE BRANCH
FLOW
MAIN
4" OR 6"
BENDS
REVISION DATE: 01/2023

Development Services
Engineering Division
10000 N. El Mirage Road, El Mirage, AZ 85335
623-972-8116; Fax 623-876-4605; TDD 623-933-3258
www.elmirageaz.gov

Guidance for Design of Striping and Signing Plans

The following are general comments to assist you in the preparation of the Striping and
Signing Plans. These comments are not meant to be all inclusive:

 Provide a cover page with as-built certification statement, Blue Stake note, key map,
project name, address, location, legal description, notes section, etc.
 Provide City “General Information”, “General Notes” and “Signing & Striping Notes” on
the plans.
 Pavement arrow markings in left and right turn lanes are located at both the beginning
and end of the storage lane. Arrows shall adhere to MCDOT Pavement Marking Manual
(PMM) Detail 5-35.
 “Right-Turn Only” (R3-5, 30”x36”) signs are to be located at both the beginning and end
of the storage lane, adjacent to pavement arrow marking. “Begin Right Turn Lane – Yield
to Bikes” (R4-4, 36”x30”) signs shall be placed at the beginning of the taper of right turn
lanes.
 Standard bike lane striping will be 6-inch solid white line except where adjacent to a
right-turn lane in which the line should be 8-inch solid white. Bike lanes shall have a
minimum width of 5.5 feet, measured from edge to edge or edge to face of curb. Green
bike lanes shall receive 4 or more coats, based on manufacturer’s recommendations, of
StreetBond SB150 CL pavement coating, Celtic Green in color. See City Detail EM-116.
 Bike lane symbol and arrow shall adhere to MUTCD Figure 9C-3, Type B.
 Right or left turn striping will be an 8-inch solid white line.
 4” solid white pavement edge lines shall be used on streets that do not have curb and
gutter.
 4” broken lines shall be accomplished by a 10-foot stripe with a 30-foot space.
 Stop bars and crosswalk shall be 12 inches in width. If there are no crosswalks at the stop
bar locations, then the stop bar shall be 24 inches in width.
 Raised Pavement Markers (RPMs) are required at all edge-lines, lane-lines, centerlines
and holding bars. RPMs shall not be installed adjacent to bike lanes.
 Median striping shall adhere to City Detail EM-133 and MCDOT PMM Details 5-50 and
5-51.

01/01/23

Development Services
Engineering Division
10000 N. El Mirage Road, El Mirage, AZ 85335
623-972-8116; Fax 623-876-4605; TDD 623-933-3258
www.elmirageaz.gov

MEMORANDUM

DATE:
January 1, 2023
TO:

City of El Mirage Engineering Department
SUBJECT:
Auxiliary Lane Criteria

1. Intersection Lane Requirements:
A traffic analysis is required to determine the number of lanes and the lane configuration
for intersections. The desired level of service is dependent on roadway classifications; the
minimum desired Level of Service (LOS) is D.

Developments are to construct auxiliary lanes when the following criteria or thresholds
are expected to be met due to the addition of the projected development traffic.

A.
Right Turn Lane is to be provided when:
1.
At all signalized intersections
2.
At all street intersections of Parkways and Major Arterials. Right turn
lanes may be required on Minor Arterial and Collector streets, when
determined by the City Engineer or as recommended by the Traffic Impact
Study.
3.
On any roadway where a Traffic Impact Study indicates the LOS would be
increased to a LOS of D or better with the addition of a right-turn lane.
4.
In rural and developing urban areas with higher speeds, a separate right
turn lane may be required for lower right turn volumes.

B.
Left Turn Lane is to be provided:
1.
At all signalized intersections and on Parkways, Arterials and Major
Collector streets.
2.
When the left turn movement into another roadway results in a LOS less
than the minimum LOS of D during any peak hour.

C.
Dual Left-Turn Lanes are to be provided when:
1.
The peak hour left-turn volume exceeds 200 vph.
2.
The peak hour conflicting through movement volume exceeds 1,000 vph.
3.
The delay to left turning vehicles exceeds 45 seconds.
4.
A Traffic Impact Study indicates the LOS would be increased to a LOS of
D or better with the addition of dual left turns.

The criteria used to determine the need for turn lanes are based on a normal mix of design
vehicle types, the volume limits may be adjusted at the discretion of the Engineering
Division.

E.
At the discretion of the City Engineer or their designee, a right turn deceleration
lane or left turn lane may be required regardless of the minimum criteria, if site
specific conditions warrant the addition of a lane such as sites with a larger than
average number of heavy vehicles.

F.
In no event shall adjacent driveways be located within the area of the deceleration
storage lane or the required taper lengths unless specifically approved by the City
Engineer.

3. Auxiliary Lane Lengths:

A.
Left Turn Lane Storage: For arterials and collector roads, the minimum storage
length is 160 feet. This will apply to both signalized and unsignalized
intersections.

B.
Right Turn Lane Storage: For arterials and collector roads, the minimum
storage length is 160 feet. This will apply to both signalized and unsignalized
intersections.

C.
Taper Lengths: The lengths of auxiliary lane tapers should be approximately 8-
feet to 15-feet longitudinally per 1-foot transversely (8:1 to 15:1) with a minimum
taper of 100 feet. These taper lengths are only applicable to auxiliary lanes.
Tapers associated with changing of pavement widths shall be in accordance with
MUTCD requirements.

D.
The auxiliary lane lengths must be determined by the site Traffic Engineer on a
case-by-case basis and must be approved by the City Engineer or their designee.
The Traffic Impact Study should recommend minimum storage lengths based on a
queuing analysis. The queuing analysis should be performed using accepted
formulas as specified in the AASHTO A Policy on Geometric Design of
Highways and Streets and with proper documentation. 95th percentile queue
lengths from the LOS analysis should also be referenced when determining the
recommended storage lengths.

CITY LIMITS
CURRENTLY INSTALLED, OR TO
BE INSTALLED, TRANSIT STYLE
STREETLIGHTS
TO BE REQUIRED TRANSIT STYLE
STREETLIGHTS
LEGEND:
GREENWAY ROAD
THUNDERBIRD ROAD
CACTUS ROAD
PEORIA AVENUE
OLIVE AVENUE
NORTHERN PARKWAY
DYSART ROAD
EL MIRAGE ROAD
GRAND AVENUE
THOMPSON
RANCH ROAD
GRAND
VILLAGE
GRAND FRONTAGE ROAD
STREETLIGHT MASTER PLAN
DSD - ENGINEERING DIVISION
STANDARD STYLE STREETLIGHTS
A STREET
CINNABAR AVENUE
WEST SIDE OF
THOMPSON
RANCH ROAD

GREENWAY ROAD
THUNDERBIRD ROAD
CACTUS ROAD
PEORIA AVENUE
OLIVE AVENUE
NORTHERN PARKWAY
DYSART ROAD
EL MIRAGE ROAD
GRAND AVENUE
THOMPSON
RANCH ROAD
CITY LIMITS
CURRENT TRANSIT STYLE TRAFFIC
SIGNAL
STANDARD STYLE TRAFFIC SIGNAL
LEGEND:
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MASTER PLAN
DSD - ENGINEERING DIVISION

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Materials Acceptance, Sampling and Testing Frequencies Table

TYPE OF
MATERIALS
MAG
SPEC
SECTION
TYPE OF TEST
REQUIRED
SAMPLING /
TESTING
LOCATIONS
MINIMUM
SAMPLING / TESTING
FREQUENCY

Sub-grade

301
304

Proctor / Optimum Moisture Content
Moisture Content +/- 2% Optimum
Field Compaction*

On-site / Stockpile
In-place
In-place

One every Material Type
One every 500-feet per Lane
One every 500-feet per Lane

Fill Placement

211

Proctor / Optimum Moisture Content
Field Compaction*

On-site / Stockpile
In-place

One every 500-feet per 8-inch
Lift (MAG 211.3)

Aggregate
Base
Course

701
702

Gradations / PI > 5%
Proctor / Optimum Moisture Content
Fracture Course Aggregate Particles
Field Compaction*

L.A. Abrasions
< 10% after 100 rev.
< 40% after 500 rev.

From Grade
On-site / Stockpile
On-site / Stockpile
In-place

On-site / Stockpile

One every 1000 Tons
One per Source or Material
One per Source or Material
Each 8-inch Lift every 500-feet
per Lift per Lane
One per Source or Material

Trench Backfill
with ABC

601

Proctor / Optimum Moisture Content
Moisture Content +/- 3% Optimum
Field Compaction*

On-site / Stockpile
In-place
In-place

One per Source or Material
One per Lift or 300-feet, not less
than 2 per day of placements

Asphaltic
Concrete Various
Mix Types

321
710
717

Oil Content
Extractions / Gradations
Marshall / Rice / Air Voids
Field Compaction*
Asphalt Core Samples

In-place
From Grade
From Grade
From Grade
From Grade

One every 1000 Tons
One every 1000 Tons
One every 1000 Tons
One per lift every 500-feet / Lane
Only upon request from City

Portland Cement
Concrete Various
Mix Types

340
725

Field Sampling, Slump, Time, Temp.

Compressive Strength (per MAG)

Placement Location

From field samples

One set of 4, 4 X 8 Cylinders
every 50 cubic yards or each
placement per mix per day
At Testing Lab

Curb / Gutter
Sidewalk
Sub-grade

725

Field Compaction*
Moisture Content +/- 3% Optimum
Conc. Const. Joints Every 5-feet
Conc. Exp. Joints Every 50-feet

Below Curb / Gutter
Sidewalk

One per every 300-feet, not less
than 2 per day each direction

*Compaction shall adhere to City of Phoenix Compaction Requirements on the next page

Backfill
Type
I
II
III
Under any existing or proposed pavement, curb,
gutter, sidewalk or such construction included in the
contract, or when any part of the trench excavation
is within 2’ of the above.
100% for Granular
100% for Non-
Granular
95%
95%
On any utility easement, street, road or alley right-of-
way outside limit (I)
95%
95%
95%
City Supplement Table 601-3 (2015)
Minimum Density Required for Trench Backfill
Location
Surface to 2'
Below Surface
From 2' Below
Surface to Top of
Initial Backfill
Haunching and
Initial Backfill
CITY OF PHOENIX COMPACTION REQUIREMENTS
Trench Excavating, Backfilling and Compaction City Supplement Table 601-3
% Moisture for Trench Backfill Optimum Moisture ±2% (City Supplement 601.3.2 2015)
95% in all cases
Native Subgrade , City of Phoenix Supplement 301 (2015)
% Moisture +2 to -2 % Optimum Moisture (301.3)
301.3 Relative Compaction
Around any structures or exposed utilities
(A) Street Pavement Section
(1) Top 6" Subgrade (under ABC) ……………………………………………………
100% for Arterial Streets/Major Streets
(2) Top 6" Subgrade (under ABC) ……………………………………………………
95% for Collector/Local Streets
(3) Top 6" Subgrade (under Asphalt/Concrete) …………………………………….
100%
(B) Sidewalks, Curbs, Gutters, ADA Ramps, Driveways, Driveway Entrances……..
95%
(1) Marginally Expansive (340.3.1)…………………………………………………..
90% (Optimum to +3)
(B) Below Portland Cement Concrete Pavement, Driveways, Curb & Gutter,
Sidewalks and Roadway Shoulders……………………………………………………..
95%
(2) Expansive……………………………………………………………………………
Treat or Remove & Replace
(C) Manholes (Surface to 2' Below Surface) ……………………………………………
100% (City Supplement Table 601-3 2015
(1) Manholes (Under and Around) ……………………………………………………
95% (City Supplement Table 601-3 2015
Untreated Base, (ABC) City of Phoenix Supplement 310 (2015)
% Moisture +2 to -2 % Optimum Moisture (310.3)
(A) Below Asphalt Concrete Pavement………………………………………………….
100%
(C) All Other Areas Not Subject to Vehicular Traffic…………………………………..
95%
Asphaltic Concrete Paving City of Phoenix Supplement 321 (2015)
Asphalt Base Course, Intermediate and Surface Course Material……………………
95%
Polymer Modified Asphaltic Concrete
(TR)
290
345
Conventional Asphalt (1/2", 3/4", 1-1/2")
285
325
Table 321-1.1 Asphalt Concrete Mix Temperature at Production Plant
Type of Asphalt
Minimum Temperature °F
Maximum Temperature °F
CITY OF PHOENIX
STREET TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT
DESIGN & CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT DIVISION
MATERIALS LAB
City of Phoenix Supplements
For any pavement courses 2" thick or greater, the atmospheric temperature shall be a minimum of 40 °F and rising.
For all pavement surface courses less than 2" thick, the surface temperature on which the course is to be placed, shall be a
minimum 50 °F and rising. (City Supplement 321.3 2015)
These requirements are for most City of Phoenix Projects. Check individual project plans/specs for job specific requirements.
(Asphalt cores required to check gauge calibration and/or at inspectors request) MAG 321.10.1
Revised date: 2/6/19

DESCRIPTION
CRITERIA
AVERAGE DAY DEMAND - SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Gallons per capita per day (gpcd)(1)
117
Density (people per dwelling unit)(2)
3.35
AVERAGE DAY DEMAND - MULTI-FAMILY/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
Land Use Category(3)
Varies
PEAKING FACTORS
Maximum Day / Average Day
1.7
Peak Hour / Maximum Day
1.7
Peak Hour / Average Day
2.9
VELOCITY CRITERIA
Maximum Day Condition
Max Velocity < 5 fps
Peak Hour Condition
Max Velocity ≤ 7 fps
Max Day Plus Fire Flow Condition
Max Velocity < 10 fps
HEAD LOSS CRITERIA
Maximum Day Condition
2 to 7 feet per 1,000 feet of pipe
Peak Hour Condition
< 10 feet per 1,000 feet of pipe
PRESSURE CRITERIA
Max Day Plus Fire Flow Condition
Min Residual Pressure of 20 psi
Peak Hour Condition
Min System Pressure of 40 psi
FIRE DEMAND CRITERIA
Single Family Residential
1,500 gpm at 2 hours
All Other Land Uses
3,500 gpm for 4 hours
NOTES:
(1) Average per capita water use per 2012 Water and Wastewater Master Plan provided by Wilson Engineers
(2) Persons per household per US Census Bureau (2020)
(3) Use latest version of City of Phoenix Design Standards Manual for Water and Wastewater Systems.
Other values may be used with prior approval from the Engineering Division
WATER SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA

DESCRIPTION
CRITERIA
AVERAGE DAY DEMAND - SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL
Gallons per capita per day (gpcd)(1)
58.5
Density (people per dwelling unit)(2)
3.35
AVERAGE DAY DEMAND - MULTI-FAMILY/COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL
Land Use Category(3)
Varies
PEAKING FACTORS
Dry Weather Peaking Factors (Applied to Average Flows)
Per AAC R18-9-E301.D (see next page)
Wet Weather Peaking Factors (Applied to Peak Flows)
1.17
VELOCITY CRITERIA
Gravity Mains
2 fps ≤ Velocity ≤ 8 fps
Force Mains
3 fps ≤ Velocity ≤ 7 fps
FLOW DEPTH CRITERIA (d/D) FOR DRY WEATHER PEAK HOUR FLOWS
d/D for new sewer with diameter less than 10 inches
0.50
d/D for new sewer with diameter 12 inches and above
0.75 (AAC R18-9-E301.D.e.iii)
FLOW DEPTH CRITERIA (d/D) FOR WET WEATHER PEAK HOUR FLOWS
d/D for designing new sewer pipe
< 0.90
d/D for evaluating existing pipe in developed areas
< 1.00
HEAD LOSS CRITERIA
Gravity pipe
Manning's n=0.013
Pressure pipe
Hazen Williams' C=120
MANHOLES
When smaller pipe joins larger pipe
Match Crowns
Invert drop through manhole
0.20 feet
NOTES:
(1) Average per capita water use per 2012 Water and Wastewater Master Plan provided by Wilson Engineers
(2) Persons per household per US Census Bureau (2020)
(3) Use latest version of City of Phoenix Design Standards Manual for Water and Wastewater Systems. Other
values may be used with prior approval from the Engineering Division
WASTEWATER SYSTEM DESIGN CRITERIA

Upstream Population
Dry Weather Peaking Factor
100
3.62
200
3.14
300
2.90
400
2.74
500
2.64
600
2.56
700
2.50
800
2.46
900
2.42
1,000
2.38
1,001 to 10,000
PF = (6.330 x p-0.231) + 1.094
10,001 to 100,000
PF = (6.177 x p-0.233) + 1.128
More than 100,000
PF = (4.500 x p-0.174) + 0.945
PF = Dry Weather Peaking Factor
p = Upstream Population
AAC R18-9-E301.D