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Cristina Haworth
From:Larson, Andy <andrew.larson@wsdot.wa.gov>
Sent:Friday, January 10, 2025 11:25 AM
To:Cristina Haworth
Cc:George Terry; Ablson, Maha; Loescher, Jeff; Sanoy, Gaius
Subject:RE: [EXTERNAL] PHMPR - Project Review and Comments Requested
Hi Cristina,
My apologies, I didn’t realize that you were sending the original email on behalf of the county and assumed you
were working for the developer.
WSDOT’s interest will primarily be the improvements required at US 101/ Black Point Road. From the notes I have
from my predecessor, the development is supposed to add a SB Left Turn Lane on US 101at the location and
widen Black Point Road. We haven’t received anything from the developer yet for that work, but we will need to get
the materials I listed below for review and approval after which we will be able to put together an agreement to
allow the work in WSDOT R/W.
Andrew Larson, PE
Development Services Engineer (he/him/his)
(360) 900-9541
From: Cristina Haworth <Cristina.Haworth@otak.com>
Sent: Monday, January 6, 2025 4:36 PM
To: Larson, Andy <andrew.larson@wsdot.wa.gov>
Cc: George Terry <GTerry@co.jefferson.wa.us>; Ablson, Maha <maha.ablson@wsdot.wa.gov>; Loescher, Jeff
<jeff.loescher@wsdot.wa.gov>; Sanoy, Gaius <gaius.sanoy@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] PHMPR - Project Review and Comments Requested
Andy,
Thank you for the information! It is very helpful to understand where you are at in your process. It sounds like PHMPR
has not yet submitted the required materials – is that right?
As I mentioned, Jefferson County is requesting your review and comments on the proposed preliminary plat. We will, of
course, share the information about the SOD and PFA to the applicant, but please consider this a formal request for any
other comments on the project.
Please note that PHMPR is regulated by a Development Agreement (DA) and some standards are vested pursuant to that
Agreement and/or prior decisions. Regulatory documents are available online at:
https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/727/Pleasant-Harbor-Master-Planned-Resort
Comment Deadline: January 20, 2025
Pursuant to DA Appendix D (Land Division standards in effect at the time the DA was executed) sec. 18.35.320 and DA
Appendix C (Permit Processing and Review Procedures in effect at the time the DA was executed) sec. 18.40.120,
affected agencies and County departments have 14 days to comment, except that State agencies have 28 days to review
special reports. The development code administrator may grant an extension of time if needed; please request an
extension in writing prior to January 20, 2025, if you need more time.
You can view all application materials online at: https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/752/Pleasant-Harbor-MPR-Proposal. For
your quick reference, here are direct links to a selection of documents you may find helpful:
Exhibit 67E
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· Preliminary Plat Drawings: https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/18735/Preliminary-Plat---
Revised
· Project Narrative: https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/18728/Project-Narrative---Revised---
2023-07-05
· Preliminary Civil Plans (NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION):
https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/19381/Plan-of-Subdivision-and-Preliminary-Civil-Plans---
Optimized
· 2007 EIS and 2015 SEIS: https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/761/Pleasant-Harbor-MPR-EIS
· SEPA Checklist (evaluates changes since 2015 SEIS):
https://www.co.jefferson.wa.us/DocumentCenter/View/18725/Preliminary-Plat-SEPA-Environmental-Checklist---
Revised
If you have any questions about applicable regulations, project application materials, environmental analysis, or anything
else related to the project or your review, please contact me as soon as possible to schedule a meeting or call. I look
forward to receiving your comments.
Thank you and sincerely,
Cristina
Cristina Haworth, AICP | Senior Planner/Project Manager
11241 Willows Road NE, Suite 200 | Redmond, WA 98052
Direct: 425.250.5381 | Main: 425.822.4446
cristina.haworth@otak.com | www.otak.com
Cristina Haworth, AICP | Senior Planner/Project Manager
11241 Willows Road NE, Suite 200 | Redmond, WA 98052
Direct: 425.250.5381 | Main: 425.822.4446
www.otak.com
From: Larson, Andy <andrew.larson@wsdot.wa.gov>
Sent: Monday, January 6, 2025 12:32 PM
To: Cristina Haworth <Cristina.Haworth@otak.com>
Cc: George Terry <GTerry@co.jefferson.wa.us>; Ablson, Maha <maha.ablson@wsdot.wa.gov>; Loescher, Jeff
<jeff.loescher@wsdot.wa.gov>; Sanoy, Gaius <gaius.sanoy@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: RE: [EXTERNAL] PHMPR - Project Review and Comments Requested
Hi Cristina,
I am the right person to coordinate with for WSDOT. I have been involved in this project in the past, most recently
last July with the review of the EIS.
WSDOT will want to review the plans for any improvements in WSDOT R/W and I will be glad to coordinate that. I
believe the first things that will be needed would be a SOD (Summary of Design) and PFA (Plan for
Approval). Following that we would review the plans for the approval and if needed a Hydraulic Plan. Once any
comments have been addressed, I would issue a permit to cover the work in WSDOT R/W.
I attached the latest versions of the SOD and PFA Checklist(in both pdf and Word format either of which can be
used) here.
Let me know if you have any questions.
Andrew Larson, PE
Exhibit 67E
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Development Services Engineer (he/him/his)
(360) 900-9541
From: Cristina Haworth <Cristina.Haworth@otak.com>
Sent: Monday, January 6, 2025 10:11 AM
To: Larson, Andy <andrew.larson@wsdot.wa.gov>
Cc: George Terry <GTerry@co.jefferson.wa.us>; Carle, Ashley <ashley.carle@wsdot.wa.gov>
Subject: [EXTERNAL] PHMPR - Project Review and Comments Requested
WARNING: This email originated from outside of WSDOT. Please use caution with links and attachments.
Good morning Andy,
Jefferson County received a request for preliminary plat approval for the Pleasant Harbor Master Planned Resort
(PHMPR) project on the Black Point peninsula in the Brinnon community. The project address is 308913 US Hwy 101,
Brinnon, WA 98320. Site access is from Black Point Road, just off of Highway 101. Part of the project involves
intersection improvements at Black Point Road/Highway 101. As an affected agency, we are hoping to coordinate with
WSDOT to understand your review status about the intersection and any other concerns about the project proposal. Are
you the right person to connect with on that? I’d be happy to schedule a call, if you need more information.
Thank you and sincerely,
Cristina
Cristina Haworth, AICP | Senior Planner/Project Manager
11241 Willows Road NE, Suite 200 | Redmond, WA 98052
Direct: 425.250.5381 | Main: 425.822.4446
cristina.haworth@otak.com | www.otak.com
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 1 of 18
PROJECT
INFORMATION
Project Title:
State Route: SR Milepost(s):
City (if applicable): County:
Proponent Name:
Proponent is: ☐ WSDOT ☐Developer ☐Local Agency ☐Tribe ☐Other
PREPARER
INFORMATION
Designed by (include name, title, organization, and date):
PROJECT
DESCRIPTION
Provide a brief description of the
project and any other pertinent
information that would be helpful to
the WSDOT staff that will be
reviewing this project.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 2 of 18
OLYMPIC REGION PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) REQUIREMENTS
WSDOT’s stewardship role includes responsibility for ensuring that geometric channelization changes on state highways are
consistent with WSDOT design requirements. Within the Olympic Region this plan is known as the “Plan for Approval” or “PFA”.
Other WSDOT regions, such as Northwest Region, have a slightly different review process and call it a “Channelization Plan” or “Chan
Plan”. WSDOT prepared contract plans are known as a “PS&E” package, while developer, local agency, and other non-WSDOT
contract plans are usually referred to as a “Full-Package Submittal (FPS)” or “30%, 60%, 90%, and 100% Submittals”.
The final Plan for Approval in Olympic Region is ultimately signature-approved by the Olympic Region ARA for Multimodal
Development & Delivery. All PFA’s will also have a concurrence signature by the Region Traffic Engineer, and for those project
reviews led by the Development Services Office, the Development Services Engineer will also concurrence-sign those particular
PFA’s. PFA approval does not constitute project approval. PFA approval is only one part of a project’s overall approval process,
albeit a significant step in the review of a project.
Vertical and horizontal design elements can be integral to preparing a successful PFA. While a PFA represents the two-dimensional
channelization approval of the geometric design of a highway improvement, it is also very important to look at the various vertical
and horizontal design elements to verify that the design is buildable. For example, the designer needs to verify the project can be
built within the available highway right-of-way, or additional right-of-way may need to be acquired. The designer also needs to take
into account design elements such as, but not limited to, topography, roadway cross sections and profiles, stormwater design
including ditch sections, utilities, clear zone requirements, and sight distance. Vertical and horizontal design elements are generally
not required to be submitted with the PFA, but they are required for the PS&E or Full Package Submittals.
A Plan for Approval will not be approved until all design elements meet all applicable WSDOT design requirements. Some references
commonly used in the Plan for Approval design process include:
WSDOT Design Manual WSDOT Standard Specifications WSDOT Traffic Manual
WSDOT Plans Preparation Manual WSDOT LAG Manual MUTCD
WSDOT Standard Plans WSDOT Hydraulic Manual AASHTO Green Book
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 3 of 18
Unless agreed to otherwise by Olympic Region, a previously approved Plan for Approval is only valid for three years from the date
of signature approval. PFA’s and other related documents such as Developer Agreements and Construction Agreements that are
older than three years, and construction has not yet started, must be reevaluated for conformance to current design requirements
Other attachments that may be required to be submitted prior to or with the Plan for Approval are:
Basis of Design (BOD) or Summary of Design (SOD) which is required for most projects: See PFA Checklist No. 2
Design Parameters: See Design Manual section 1100.10.(4)
Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE): See PFA Checklist No. 3
Plots from turn simulation software (such as AutoTURN®) to verify that the turn movements for the design vehicle(s) do not
have conflicts: See PFA Checklist No. 53
Design Analysis (formerly referred to as “Design Deviations”) if required. A Design Analysis must be approved prior to the
PFA approval and is listed on the PFA: See PFA Checklist No. 21 and No. 22.
Route Development Plan or other approved Corridor Study: If applicable to project and/or for project limits, provide copy
with PFA Preliminary Submittal.
See this PFA Checklist’s last page for PLAN FOR APPROVAL REVIEW SUBMITTAL PROCESS
This PFA Checklist was created to help the designer prepare a successful PFA in Olympic Region. As such, feedback is appreciated
to keep this a successful and up-to-date document. Please provide any feedback to either the Olympic Region Development Services
Office or Plans Office.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 4 of 18
DESIGN DATA BOX EXAMPLE
The Design Data Box is required on a Plan for Approval. An example Design Data Box is shown below. If the PFA contains multiple
plan sheets for the same project, then only one of the PFA sheets needs to have the Design Data Box, usually the first sheet if
possible. In addition, list the applicable design information for all other cross streets, ramps, or other public roadways that are part
of the PFA, which could result in additional columns.
If a Design Analysis was required and prepared for the PFA, the Design Analysis shall be listed in a text block below the Design Data
Box. Otherwise, the Approved Design Analysis box is not shown.
DESIGN DATA FOR NHS ROUTE
NON-INTERSTATE I2 SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS
ROADWAY SR 420 MAIN STREET
BASIS OF DESIGN APPROVED ON 12/5/2016 ---
SUMMARY OF DESIGN N/A
INTERSECTION CONTROL TYPE ICA APPROVED ON 4/2/2017 ---
FUNCTIONAL CLASSIFICATION URBAN PRINCIPLE ARTERIAL COLLECTOR
ACCESS CONTROL CLASS 2 ---
TERRAIN CLASSIFICATION LEVEL LEVEL
DESIGN SPEED 35 MPH 35 MPH
POSTED SPEED 35 MPH 35 MPH
DESIGN VEHICLE WB-67 WB-67
PERCENT TRUCKS 10% + 10% +
APPROVED DESIGN ANALYSES DATE APPROVED
RIGHT CORNER DESIGN ANALYSIS: TO USE A RADIUS OF 45’ AT
THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF THE INTERSECTION.
NOTE: LIST THE TITLED NAME OF THE DESIGN ANALYSIS AND INCLUDE A BRIEF
DESCRIPTION. SEE CHAPTERS 300 AND 1106 FOR INFORMATION ABOUT DESIGN
ANALYSIS.
4/20/2017
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 5 of 18
DESIGN DATA BOX CHECKLIST AND GUIDANCE
# YES NO N/A DESIGN DATA BOX DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
1
Title of the Design Data Box – The Design Data Box title shall
include the following:
The type of route - NHS, non-NHS, Interstate or Non-
Interstate.
Funding source if a WSDOT project – I1, 12, etc.
Type of improvement if a WSDOT project –
Mobility/Urban Mobility, Safety/Collision Reduction,
etc.
For example, “Design Data for NHS Route, Non-Interstate, I2
Safety/Collision Reduction”. Note that the funding source is
typically not required on Development Services-led projects.
2
Basis of Design or Summary of Design – See Design Manual
section 1100.10(1), or 300.04(3) for Summary of Design (SOD).
If a Basis of Design (BOD), or Summary of Design (SOD) for
Developer projects are required, they must be approved prior
to signature approval of the PFA, and the BOD or SOD approval
date shall be listed in the Design Data Box. If a BOD or SOD is
required, provide with Preliminary PFA Submittal: Please
provide even if still just in draft form.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 6 of 18
# YES NO N/A DESIGN DATA BOX DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
3
Intersection Control Type – See Design Manual Chapter 1300.
If an Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE) is required, the ICE
signature approval is required prior to signatures approval of
the PFA, and the ICE approval date shall be listed in the Design
Data Box. If an Intersection Control Evaluation is required,
please provide a copy with Preliminary PFA Submittal. See
section 1300.05(4) for ICA information about Development
Services-led projects: Please provide even if still just in draft
form.
4
Functional Classification such as Interstate, Urban Principal
Arterial, etc. may be found in the Olympic Region Highway Log:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/mapsdata/roadway/olympic_region.htm
5
Access Control - Limited Access (Full, Partial or Modified) or
Managed Access (Class 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) information may be found
in the Design Manual Chapters 520, 530, 540, and section
1103.04. Limited Access may also be found on applicable right-
of-way sheets with the title “Plan Showing Access”. See also
Access Control Tracking System Limited Access and Managed
Access Master Plan at:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/design/accessandhearings/
6
Terrain Classification – Level, Rolling, or Mountainous may be
found in the Design Manual section 1103.06 and the Olympic
Region Highway Log:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/mapsdata/roadway/olympic_region.htm
7 Design Speed (MPH) - Design Manual section 1103.05
8 Posted Speed (MPH) – May be found via a field review and also
in the Olympic Region Highway Log:
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 7 of 18
# YES NO N/A DESIGN DATA BOX DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/mapsdata/roadway/olympic_region.htm
9
Design Vehicle such as WB-67, WB-40, SU-30, P, City-Bus, etc.
Information may be determined in the field, by checking with
the applicable Local Agency if appropriate, or in a Traffic Impact
Analysis (TIA) if one was prepared. More information is in the
Design Manual Section 1103.03(4).
10
Percent Trucks – Information may be determined in the field or
from a Traffic Impact Analysis (TIA) if one was prepared. See
also Design Manual section 1103.03(4). For internal WSDOT
staff, a good source is the Washington State Pavement
Management System (WSPMS). Another source open to all is
the Traffic Data GeoPortal at:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/mapsdata/tools/trafficplanningtrends.htm
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 8 of 18
PFA TRAFFIC DATA DIAGRAM CHECKLIST AND GUIDANCE
A Traffic Data Diagram is needed for all projects. The Traffic Data Diagram shall include the present year base line data and future
horizon year data. For WSDOT projects see the Basis of Design to see what year was used as the future “Selected Design Year”.
For Development Services-led projects, see the Summary of Design if one was prepared, or use the future horizon year data of
when the land-use proposal generating the project will be completed. This is sometimes called the “full build-out year” data.
For more information on the Traffic Data Diagram, check with the Olympic Region Traffic Office or Development Services Office.
11 Directional Design Hourly Volume (DDHV) are shown for each
turning and through movement.
12 Average Daily Traffic (ADT) volumes are shown for the
through movements only.
13 Traffic volumes are balanced.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 9 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
14 The plans shall be in English units and clear and easy to read.
15
A scale bar and north arrow is shown. Minimum scale for (11” x
17”) plan sheet is 1” = 100 ft. Interchange plans may use 1” = 200
ft. if enough detail can be clearly shown. The scale bar shall say
“Scale in Feet”, not 1” = 50’. Mixing of scales is not allowed,
except for bubble out areas to enhance detail.
16
Review PFA submittals may be marked “Preliminary” but need
not be stamped or signed.
After all PFA review comments have been resolved and PFA
updated accordingly, all final sheets shall be stamped, digitally
signed by the Licensed Engineer of Record (i.e. the P.E.), and then
submitted electronically via email as a pdf.
17 The plans are clear and legible when reduced to half-size.
18 The text reads left to right, as viewed from the bottom of the
plan sheet or the right side of the plan sheet.
19 The design meets current WSDOT Design Manual requirements.
20 The design meets current MUTCD requirements.
21 If a Design Analysis was required, has it been approved? A PFA
will not be approved if the Design Analysis is not yet approved.
22 If a Design Analysis was required, is the Design Analysis with its
approval date listed below the Design Data Box?
23 The design is compliant with all American with Disabilities Act
(ADA) requirements.
PLAN FOR APPROVAL GENERAL CHECKLIST AND GUIDANCE
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 10 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
24
Are signature blocks for approval placed within the title block or
at the bottom of the plan sheet? They shall include signature
lines for:
“APPROVED: ARA FOR MULTIMODAL DEVELOPMENT
& DELIVERY”
“CONCUR: OLYMPIC REGION TRAFFIC ENGINEER”
And if the project is a Development Services-led project, add as
the first signature in the signature block area:
“CONCUR: OLYMPIC REGION DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
ENGINEER”.
Below the signatures include within the block “Geometrics
approved within State Highway right-of-way only” or
“Geometrics approved” if all channelization is entirely within
state highway right-of-way.
25
Title block includes:
1st line: State Route Number
2nd line (and 3rd line if needed): Project name or
intersection/interchange name
3rd line or 4th line: Milepost (MP)
26 The name of the plan sheet is “Plan for Approval”.
27
Match lines if applicable. Carefully check match lines to insure
they match. Matched segments on the same sheet oriented
differently should have their own separate North arrow.
28 Township and Range is shown at the top of each sheet.
29 All section lines are shown and labeled on each sheet.
30 All centerline alignments and tangent bearings are shown.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 11 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
31
Standard symbols and text, such as the north arrow, match lines,
traffic movement arrows, Township and Range numbering, etc.
are used as shown in the WSDOT Electronic Engineering Data
Standards (EEDS) Manual if at possible:
http://www.wsdot.wa.gov/publications/manuals/fulltext/M302
8/ElectronicEngDataStandards.pdf
32
New features are solid. New proposed features and geometry,
such as edge lines, centerline, radius’s, stop bars, sidewalks, etc.
should be shown as solid lines.
33 Existing features are dashed. Existing features should not be
shown within the new construction limits.
34 Where new construction matches into existing, show a minimum
of 100 feet of existing geometry.
35 Mileposts and equations are shown at the intersection of
centerline alignments.
36 The angles between centerline alignments are shown at
intersections if they are both tangent where they intersect.
37
New or revised alignments for interchanges and intersections
shall have roadway sections and profiles with superelevation
diagrams. This includes profiles for main line and crossroads.
Information should not be placed on the PFA but be submitted
on separate sheets as backup material.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 12 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
38
Show street and highway alignments with stationing, names
and/or designations. Stationing should have a prefix, with the
possible exception of mainline stationing. Stationing must be
from left to right, which in some cases will result in the north
arrow not pointing up. An example of the desirable tick mark
set-up and stationing call out is provided below.
Do not start stationing at 0+00. PFA’s with multiple alignments in
the same proximity should have different station starts such as A
10+00, B 20+00, etc.
39
A Curve Data Box is required. The box should include:
PI station, Delta, Radius, Tangent, Length, % Super.
Curve data for each curve shall appear once in the plans on
the sheet where the PI appears.
If the PI is beyond the limits of the job and not shown on any
of the plan sheets, but a portion of the curve is shown, place
the curve data in the curve data box on the sheet that is
nearest to its PI.
If a curve is not superelevated, place a “-“symbol in the box.
Show the P.T. and P.C. in the plan itself.
Show the P.I. in the curve data box only.
Check to ensure that the P.T.’s, P.C.s, and bearings shown on
the plans match with the Curve Data Box.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 13 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
40
All lane, shoulder and sidewalk widths are shown. Widths shall
be shown at beginning and end of the new construction where
they match into existing, at match lines, and at all width changes.
41
Tapers are adequately shown and labeled. All beginning and
ending of tapers must be called out and should be able to be
easily checked from information shown on the PFA. While there
are different combinations of information that can be shown to
achieve this, the preferred method is to include stations, offsets,
widths, and the taper rate as shown below:
42
All corner radii at intersections is shown and labeled as measured
at the edge of traveled way. See Design Manual Chapter 1310
and section 1310.03(1).
43 Intersection left-turn turning paths and radii are shown and
labeled.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 14 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
44
All applicable pavement markings, stop bars, traffic arrows,
traffic lettering and symbols, sidewalk ramps, etc. are shown, but
not called out. One exception is any raised traffic curbing shall
be called out such as on raised islands or centerline curbing.
Contact the Olympic Region Traffic Operations Office for the
current Olympic Region Pavement Marking Policy.
45 Bus pullout widths, lengths and tapers are shown. See Design
Manual Chapter 1430 for more guidance.
46 The project can be built within the existing right-of-way.
47
Existing state highway and crossroad right-of-way lines are
shown and labeled. Also show and label any additional right-of-
way that may be needed. All state highway right-of-way
boundary lines (proposed and existing), will be solid lines. Right-
of-way lines may be labeled as “WSDOT Right-of-Way”, or
“WSDOT ROW”, and in the case of a Managed Access Highway
within an incorporated city or town the right-of-way line shall be
labeled as “State Highway Right-of-Way” or “State Highway
ROW” as the city or town owns the right-of-way, not WSDOT.
48 If a Limited Access highway, limited access hachures are shown.
49 Turnback lines are shown, if applicable.
50
Traffic movement arrows, indicating direction of traffic flow at
the beginning and end of the project, are shown within the first
100 feet of existing roadway on all roads shown on the PFA. If
there are multiple PFA sheets, the traffic movement arrows are
optional as to not clutter the other sheets. Traffic movement
arrows are not to be confused with pavement arrows.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 15 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
51
Raised islands are shown, if applicable. Include the location and
type of curbing used. Define island geometry. If beneficial,
provide an enlargement detail (1” = 20’) based on a full-size plan
sheet (22” x 34”). The corresponding scale bar shall say “Scale in
Feet”, not 1” = 20’.
52
Plots from turn simulation software (such as AutoTURN®) are
included. These plots should not be placed on the PFA but should
be submitted on separate sheets as backup material. The plots
need to clearly identify the design vehicle wheel tracking for each
turning movement and ensure that each movement can be made
without encroaching on curbs, traffic islands, sidewalks, or
leaving the pavement. Encroaching on an adjacent lane in the
same direction or paved shoulder of the exit leg at signalized
intersections for a right-turn corner design may be permissible.
See Design Manual Exhibit 1310-6 Note 2.
53
For projects where proposed roadway shoulders are less than 4
feet, contact the Olympic Region Bicycle/Pedestrian Coordinator
to discuss the impacts and possible solutions.
54 Have you checked with Olympic Region Utilities to see if there
are any utility conflicts in this project area?
ITEMS NOT TO BE SHOWN ON THE PLAN FOR APPROVAL: CHECKLIST ITEMS 55 - 65
55 Background topography
56 Contours
57 Existing lane/edge stripes within the new construction limits
58 Illumination
59 Signing
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
Olympic Region PFA Checklist – updated 4/19/2021 Page 16 of 18
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
60 Street lighting, signal standards or loops
61 Utilities
62 Drainage
63 Guardrail
64 Vicinity map
65 Legends or notes: Although notes are sometimes allowed for
unique necessary PFA information in some circumstances.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
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INTERCHANGE PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST AND GUIDANCE
When designing an Interchange project, the following additional items shall be included.
# YES NO N/A PLAN FOR APPROVAL ITEM DESIGNER’S COMMENTS
66 Label gore area radii.
67 Label median width for divided highways. If there is barrier in
the median, insure that it is indicated.
68 Check pavement widths on structures for design minimums.
69
Check ramp acceleration and deceleration lengths, which start
and stop, or they taper onto the mainline, regardless of ramp
width.
70 If there are enforcement areas, length and width are the only
measurements to be shown.
Exhibit 67E
WSDOT Olympic Region
PLAN FOR APPROVAL (PFA) CHECKLIST
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PLAN FOR APPROVAL REVIEW SUBMITTAL PROCESS
PEO Initiated PFAs
The PEO shall send PFA submittals, filled out PFA checklist, turning templates, and other attachments to the Plans Office via
email. We will forward to OR Traffic Office.
The Traffic Office transmits comments back to the Plans Office. The Plans Office reviews the comments from Traffic to
resolve conflicts (if any). The Plans office will take the lead to resolve conflicts.
The Plans Office transmits complete package of comments back to Project Office.
DS and LP Initiated PFAs
DS-led Developer, Tribal, and Local Agency projects, the proponent shall send electronic PDF’s of the Preliminary PFA, filled
out PFA checklist, turning templates, and any other applicable attachments to the Olympic Region Development Services
Office via email.
DS will forward the PFA package to the Traffic Office, Plans Office, and to the PEO assigned to oversee the construction
oversight of the project. Typically, each office will be given two weeks to review a PFA package.
The Traffic Office, Plans Office, and PEO transmit comments back to DS, with the DS office taking the lead to resolve
conflicts.
The DS Office will then forward all applicable review comments to the proponent.
Exhibit 67E
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Summary Of Design
For Non-WSDOT Projects
For Tribal, Local Agencies, and/or Developer Projects
To capture important decisions that control the outcome of a Non-WSDOT Project on a Non-Interstate Route
where FHWA approval is not required, including operational safety, design controls and design elements
necessary to implement practical design.
[Project Title]
[State Route], MP [Begin] to MP [End]
[Enter multiple SR and MP as necessary]
[Region], [Assigned Project Number]
WASHINGTON STATE DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION
SIGNATURES Template
Version 3.0
Delete those signature boxes that do not apply as per Design Manual 300-4, and all red text for final
form.
PROJECT LEAD/PREPARED BY
Include title and date of signature
REGION TRAFFIC OFFICE ENGINEER
Include title and date of signature
DEVELOPMENT SERVICES AND/OR LOCAL PROGRAMS APPROVAL
Include title and date of signature
REGION PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ENGINEER
Include title and date of signature
ASSISTANT STATE DESIGN ENGINEER OR DESIGNATED SIGNEE
Include title and date of signature
Exhibit 67E
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NOTE TO DESIGNERS
There are tips provided in red italics text. This text along with the SOD instructions are intended to help you fill out this
document. Delete the red text [including this note] in the final version of the document.
General Project Information
Project and Proponent
Information
Project Lead
Contact Information Assigned Project # Project Proponent Design Criteria
Used
(Developer, Local
Agency, Tribe or
Other)
WSDOT Design
Manual Version
(Year)
Additional
Route
Information
NHS (Y/N) Functional Class City County Access Control &
Management Classification
Project Information
Design Year AADT Truck % Posted Speed
see Design Manual 1103.02
Proposed Highway
Project Description
(Provide enough detail that a Plan for Approval, or Channelization Plan, can proceed; include
information about tradeoffs incurred by the travel modes; and mitigation to address those tradeoffs.
Describe other alternatives considered but rejected and why they were rejected.)
Project History or
Background
(Describe how the project developed and how the project addresses deficiencies that are identified by
the proponent through a TIA, include any planning documents or community outreach information
created for the development. Is the highway improvement the result of a proposed land-use
development? Give enough detail that it can be demonstrated the proposed solution addresses the
deficiency. This process strengthens partnership to increase, drive priorities and enhances informed
decision making.)
Describe the Project’s
Community
Engagement
(This process strengthens partnerships to increase credibility, drive priorities and enhances informed
decision making.)
List applicable
documents used for
project evaluation
(Such as SEPA or NEPA, Safety Analysis, Intersection Control Evaluation (ICE), Comp Plans,
Subarea Plans, agreement(s) with number(s), and all other pertinent documentation including all
documents completion dates.)
Will a Design Analysis
or Decisions be
required?
(If yes, please provide and explain why it is needed.)
Are there any MEFs or
Deviations anticipated
or prepared?
([MEF: Maximum Extent Feasible] If yes, what was addressed and when was it approved?)
THE REMAINDER OF THE FORM FOR WSDOT USE ONLY
Any nearby
programmed or future
highway
improvements
projects?
(If yes, please explain.)
Multimodal
Considerations
(List how each of the following modes were considered & addressed by the improvement: bikes,
autos, pedestrians, freight, and transit. Describe any tradeoffs associated with the proposed highway
improvement.)
Exhibit 67E