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City of Reno Standard Details for Public Works Construction
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These Standard Details provide minimum standards for improvements to private and public works. Items or situations not included in these Standard Details shall be subject to the approval of the City of Reno and designed in accordance with accepted engineering practice and the "Standard Specifications for Public Works Construction."
Questions concerning specific changes in these Standard Details or situations not applicable to these minimum standards shall be directed the the City of Reno's Public Works Department at (775) 334-2548.
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Section 100 - General Surface Improvements
| DETAIL NO. | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-101A | Roadway Sections | R-101A PDF | R-101A DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-101B | Notes-Roadway Sections | R-101B PDF | R-101B DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-102 | Temporary Access Facility | R-102 PDF | R-102 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-103 | Typical Utility Main Location | R-103 PDF | R-103 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-104A | Sidewalk Detail | R-104A PDF | R-104A DWG | 12/2022 |
| R-104B | Decorative Colored PCC Sidewalk | R-104B PDF | R-104B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-104C | Decorative Colored PCC Sidewalk Jointing Pattern | R-104C PDF | R-104C DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-104D | General Notes Decorative Colored Concrete Sidewalks/Driveways/Pedestrian Ramps | R-104D PDF | R-104D DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-104E | Test Section Decorative Colored Concrete Sidewalks/Driveways/Pedestrian Ramps | R-104E PDF | R-104E DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-104F | Integrally Decorative Colored Concrete Sidewalks/Driveways/Ped Ramps Cure and Seal | R-104F PDF | R-104F DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-104G | Expansion and Control Jointing Decorative Colored Concrete Sidewalks and Driveways | R-104G PDF | R-104G DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-105 | Sidewalk Cross-Drain | R-105 PDF | R-105 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106A | Pedestrian Ramp Existing Sidewalks | R-106A PDF | R-106A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106B | Pedestrian Ramp Narrow Sidewalks | R-106B PDF | R-106B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106C | Pedestrian Ramp Wide Sidewalks | R-106C PDF | R-106C DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106D | Pedestrian Ramp Midblock Type 1 | R-106D PDF | R-106D DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106E | Pedestrian Ramp Midblock Type 2 | R-106E PDF | R-106E DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106F | Pedestrian Ramp Details | R-106F PDF | R-106F DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-106G | Notes-Pedestrian Ramp | R-106G PDF | R-106G DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-107 | PCC Valley Gutter | R-107 PDF | R-107 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-108 | Longitudinal PCC Valley Gutter | R-108 PDF | R-108 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-109 | PCC Curb & Gutter | R-109 PDF | R-109 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-110 | PCC Median Curb | R-110 PDF | R-110 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-112 | Curb Opening | R-112 PDF | R-112 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-113 | Storm Drain Inlet Protection | R-113 PDF | R-113 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-114A | PCC Driveway Apron | R-114A PDF | R-114A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-114B | Notes-PCC Driveway Apron | R-114B PDF | R-114B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-115A | Driveway Geometrics | R-115A PDF | R-115A DWG | 11/2016 |
| R-115B | Driveway Geometrics | R-115B PDF | R-115B DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-116A | PCC Alley | R-116A PDF | R-116A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-116B | Notes-PCC Alley | R-116B PDF | R-116B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-117 | Sidewalk Plate for Tree Root Clearance | R-117 PDF | R-117 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-119A | Concrete Pavement Patch | R-119A PDF | R-119A DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-119B | Details-Concrete Pavement Patch | R-119B PDF | R-119B DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-119C | Notes-Concrete Pavement Patch | R-119C PDF | R-119C DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-120 | Permanent Bituminous Pavement Patch | R-120 PDF | R-120 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-121 | Temporary AC Trench Patch | R-121 PDF | R-121 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-122 | Trench Excavation/Backfill | R-122 PDF | R-122 DWG | 3/2014 |
| R-124 | Monuments | R-124 PDF | R-124 DWG | 1/2023 |
Section 200 - Sewer/Storm Drain Improvements
| DETAIL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-201 | Lot Line Drainage Swale | R-201 PDF | R-201 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-202 | Major Drainage Channel | R-202 PDF | R-202 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-203 | Yard Drain | R-203 PDF | R-203 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-204 | Water / Sewer Separation | R-204 PDF | R-204 DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-205 | Catch Basin Type 3-R | R-205 PDF | R-205 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-206A | Catch Basin Type 4-R | R-206A PDF | R-206A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-206B | Notes-Catch Basin Type 4-R | R-206B PDF | R-206B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-207A | High Capacity Curb Inlet | R-207A PDF | R-207A DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-207B | Catch Basin Dual Type 4-R (Under Development) | R-207B PDF | R-207B DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-208A | Manhole Type I | R-208A PDF | R-208A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-208B | Manhole Type V | R-208B PDF | R-208B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-208C | Notes-Manhole Type I & V | R-208C PDF | R-208C DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-209 | Manhole-Outside Drop | R-209 PDF | R-209 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-213 | Catch Basin Oil / Water Separator | R-213 PDF | R-213 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-214A | 24-inch Manhole Frame & Cover | R-214A PDF | R-214A DWG | 4/2015 |
| R-214B | 36-inch Manhole Frame w/ 24-inch Cover Adaptor | R-214B PDF | R-214B DWG | 3/2014 |
| R-214C | Temporary Manhole Cover | R-214C PDF | R-214C DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-218A | Manhole Collar | R-218A PDF | R-218A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-218B | Manhole Collar Easement Areas | R-218B PDF | R-218B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-223A | Sanitary Sewer Pipe to Manhole Connection | R-223A PDF | R-223A DWG | 4/2014 |
| R-223B | Storm Drain Pipe to Manhole Connection | R-223B PDF | R-223B DWG | 4/2014 |
| R-223C | Resilient Flexible Connector | R-223C PDF | R-223C DWG | 4/2014 |
| R-224A | Sanitary Sewer Lateral | R-224A PDF | R-224A DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-224B | Notes-Sanitary Sewer Lateral | R-224B PDF | R-224B DWG | 9/2022 |
| R-224C | Sanitary Sewer Tap Saddle | R-224C PDF | R-224C DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-225 | Culvert Headwall | R-225 PDF | R-225 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-226 | Headwall Trash Rack | R-226 PDF | R-226 DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-227 | Storm Drain Access Roads (For Hillside Development) | R-227 PDF | R-227 DWG | 1/2013 |
Section 300 - Water Systems Improvements
| DETAIL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-301A | Fire Hydrant | R-301A PDF | R-301A DWG | 01/2020 |
| R-301B | Notes-Fire Hydrant | R-301B PDF | R-301B DWG | 01/2020 |
| R-301C |
Notes-Fire Hydrant |
R-301C PDF |
R-301C DWG |
01/2020 |
| R-301D | Notes-Fire Hydrant | R-301D PDF | R-301D DWG | 01/2020 |
| R-302 | Fire Hydrant Marker Locations | R-302 PDF | R-302 DWG | 01/2020 |
Section 400 - Traffic Control Improvements
| DETAIL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-401 | Street Name Sign | R-401 PDF | R-401 DWG | 7/2013 |
| R-402A | Emergency Access Control Gate | R-402A PDF | R-402A DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-402B | Emergency Access Control Gate | R-402B PDF | R-402B DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-402C | Emergency Access Control Gate | R-402C PDF | R-402C DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-403A | Speed Bump Layout, Signage&Striping | R-403A PDF | R-403A DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-403B | Speed Bump Cross Sections | R-403B PDF | R-403B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-403C | Notes & Speed Bump Joint Details | R-403C PDF | R-403C DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-404 | Traffic & Lighting Conduit Trench | R-404 PDF | R-404 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-406A | Loop Detector Layout | R-406A PDF | R-406A DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-406B | Notes-Loop Detector Layout | R-406B PDF | R-406B DWG | 8/2014 |
| R-407 | Parking Space Markings | R-407 PDF | R-407 DWG | 3/2014 |
| R-413A | Traffic Signal Pole & Equipment | R-413A PDF | R-413A DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413B | Traffic Signal Decorative Pole | R-413B PDF | R-413B DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-413C | Decorative Street Light Pole | R-413C PDF | R-413C DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-413D | Decorative Street Light Pole | R-413D PDF | R-413D DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-413E | Pole Street Name Sign | R-413E PDF | R-413E DWG | 3/2014 |
| R-413F | Notes-Traffic Signals & Poles | R-413F PDF | R-413F DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413G | Notes-Traffic Signals & Poles | R-413G PDF | R-413G DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413H | Notes-Traffic Signals & Poles | R-413H PDF | R-413H DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413I | Standard Pull Box | R-413I PDF | R-413I DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413J | Traffic Rated Pull Box | R-413J PDF | R-413J DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-413K | Light Pole Footing | R-413K PDF | R-413K DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-414 | Traffic Parking signs | R-414 PDF | R-414 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-415 | Traffic Sign Installation | R-415 PDF | R-415 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-417A | School Zone Flashers - Overhead | R-417A PDF | R-417A DWG | 6/2022 |
| R-417B | Notes-School Zone Flashers - Overhead | R-417B PDF | R-417B DWG | 9/2021 |
| R-417C | School Zone Flashers - Roadside | R-417C PDF | R-417C DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-417D | Notes - School Zone Flashers - Roadside | R-417D PDF | R-417D DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-418 | Median Island Traffic Control | R-418 PDF | R-418 DWG | 1/2013 |
| R-420 | Crosswalk Legend | R-420 PDF | R-420DWG | 1/2013 |
Section 500 - Landscape Improvements
| DETAIL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-500A | Notes - Urban Trees | R-500A PDF | R-500A DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500B | Notes - Urban Trees | R-500B PDF | R-500B DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500C | Notes - Urban Trees | R-500C PDF | R-500C DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500D | Notes - Urban Trees Prohibited Species List | R-500D PDF | R-500D DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500E | Urban Tree List | R-500E PDF | R-500E DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500F | Urban Tree List | R-500F PDF | R-500F DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500G | Urban Tree List | R-500G PDF | R-500G DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500H | Urban Tree List | R-500H PDF | R-500H DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500i | Urban Tree List | R-500i PDF | R-500i DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500J | Urban Tree List | R-500J PDF | R-500J DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500K | Soil Installation Specifications | R-500K PDF | R-500K DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-500L | Soil Composition Specifications | R-500L PDF | R-500L DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-501A | Tree Well with Curb | R-501A PDF | R-501A DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-501B | Tree Well with Grate | R-501B PDF | R-501B DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-501C | Tree with Parkway | R-501C PDF | R-501C DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-501D | Notes - Tree Wells | R-501D PDF | R-501D DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-520A | Tree Well Drip Irrigation | R-520A PDF | R-520A DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-520B | Parkway Drip Irrigation | R-520B PDF | R-520B DWG | 12/2019 |
Section 600 - Miscellaneous Details
| DETAIL NUMBER | DESCRIPTION | PDF FORMAT | DWG Format | REVISED |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R-601 | Sound Barrier | R-601 PDF | R-601 DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-602 | Electronic Gate Access Box | R-602 PDF | R-602 DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-603A | Removable Bollard | R-603A PDF |
R-603A DWG |
1/2023 |
| R-603B | Decorative Bollard | R-603B PDF | R-603B DWG | 1/2023 |
| R-604A | Masonry Retaining Walls I - L&S | R-604A PDF | R-604A DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-604B | Masonry Retaining Walls | R-604B PDF | R-604B DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-604C | Notes - Masonry Retaining Walls | R-604C PDF | R-604C DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-604D | Notes - Masonry Retaining Walls | R-604D PDF | R-604D DWG | 12/2019 |
| R-605 | Bike Rack | R-605 PDF | R-605 DWG | 12/2019 |
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