Construction Manual

The Colorado Department of Transportation (CDOT) Construction Manual is the construction operational manual for CDOT. It defines the criteria and procedures to be used by engineering personnel in the administration of construction contracts. The Manual was prepared and is maintained by the Area Engineers in the Construction Engineering Services Branch under the authority of, and at the direction of, the Chief Engineer. The Manual follows the general outline of the Standard Specifications. Suggestions or comments for improvement, correction, or inclusion of material in the Manual are welcome. Please forward comments to the Area Engineers in the Construction Engineering Services Branch. This manual is only available as a download and cannot be purchased.