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the finished sod elevation is 1'/z' below paved shoulder. On slopes greater than 3:1, the Contractor shall prevent the sod from sliding by means of wooden pegs driven through the sod blocks into firm earth, at suitable intervals. Sodding shall not be performed when weather and soil conditions are, in the Engineer's opinion, unsuitable for proper results. Sod shall be placed around all structures, equipment pads, etc. I. Watering: The areas on which the sod is to be placed shall contain sufficient moisture, as determined by the Engineer, for optimum results. After being placed, the sod shall be kept in a moist condition to the full depth of the rooting zone for at least 2 weeks. Thereafter, the Contractor shall apply water as needed until the sod roots and starts to grow for a minimum of 60 days (or until final acceptance, whichever is latest). J. Maintenance: The Contractor shall, at his expense, maintain the sodded areas in a satisfactory condition until final acceptance of the project. Such maintenance shall include repairing of any damaged areas and replacing areas in which the establishment of the grass stand does not appear to be developing satisfactorily. Replanting or repair necessary due to the Contractor's negligence, carelessness or failure to provide routine maintenance shall be at the Contractor's expense. The Contractor shall maintain the sodded area up to the final acceptance date as directed by the Engineer. Grass height shall not exceed 6" without mowing. Clippings shall be removed from sidewalk. K. Article 570-9. The first two paragraphs under this Article are deleted and the following is added: The contract unit price for performance turf shall include the costs of sod, fertilizer (2 applications), sidewalk sweeping after mowing, mowing, pegging disposal of clippings, water, tools, equipment, labor and all other incidentals necessary. Item of Payment Payment shall be made under: Bid Item No. 570-1-4 — Performance Turf (Sod) (St. Augustine) — Per Square Yard SECTION - 700 — HIGHWAY SIGNING A. Signing for traffic control shall conform to the requirements of the Standard Specifications, Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, Supplemental Specifications, Roadway and Traffic Design Standards, manufacturer's specifications. B. Traffic Signs: All existing signs, which are the property of the Owner shall be transported to the Indian River County Road and Bridge Maintenance Yard by the Contractor during construction if they are within the construction limits. Care shall be exercised by the Contractor during removal, storage and relocation so as not to 01025-25 Technical Specifications F:\Public Works\ENGINEERING DIVISION PROJECTS\1362-OId Dixie Hwy_Highland Dr\1-Admin\Bid Documents\Master Contract Documents\Technical Specifications.doc