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Highway Standards and District Specific Details

These drawings show the details of various construction items and are used in conjunction with the Standard Specifications. The applicable Standards are referenced on the cover sheet of the plans.

The drawing files below are the most current revisions. Navigate to District Specific Details to view specific drawings that pertain to IDOT districts.

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Individual CADD files (Microstation .dgn format) of the Highway Standards are available upon request. To submit a request, send an e-mail to DOT.HwyStds@illinois.gov

Complete Highway Standards (PDF)

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