Publication Resources - Publication Group (Technical Support Archive)
Featured Technical Resources
These primary resources are essential for identifying approved construction materials and the specific procedures used to evaluate them in the field and laboratory.
- Approved Product Listings (APLs): A searchable database of products and materials pre-approved for use on WVDOH projects.
- Qualified Purchase Order Materials (QPOM) List: Specific materials qualified for procurement through state purchase orders.
- Material Procedures (MPs): Detailed technical instructions governing the sampling, testing, and acceptance of materials.
- Certification Programs: Information regarding technician and inspector certifications required for quality control and assurance.
- Tool Box: A collection of calculators, forms, and software tools to assist in engineering and material calculations.
Operations and Administration
Access organizational data, upcoming project opportunities, and digital management systems used to track material data across the state.
| Resource | Purpose |
|---|---|
| AWP - Material Access | Digital portal for managing material samples, tests, and certifications within the AASHTOWare Project environment. |
| Upcoming Contracts | Information on future construction and maintenance opportunities for contractors and suppliers. |
| District Lab Locations (PDF) | A map and directory of WVDOH regional testing facilities and contact information. |
| Organizational Structure | Outlines the hierarchy and contact points within the Materials Control, Soil, and Testing Division. |
Standards, Directives, and Manuals
The following publications establish the core engineering and design requirements for West Virginia’s transportation infrastructure.
- Specifications, Standards, and Publications: The central repository for WVDOH Standard and Supplemental Specifications.
- Design and Structure Directives: Administrative and technical instructions that update or clarify design policies.
- Standard Details: Standardized drawings for construction components used across the state highway system.
- Design Manual: Comprehensive guidelines for highway and bridge design in West Virginia.
- Railroad and Utility Publications: Standards governing the interaction between highways and rail or utility infrastructure.
