Specifications include, but are not limited to: This work consists of mowing roadside, median, and/or any designated areas to a height between approximately 4-inches, unless otherwise indicated on the plans. Mechanical equipment will be used for mowing operations. With prior approval on the engineer, the equipment will be sufficiently equipped with safety devices to protect the operator, motorists, and pedestrians from moving hazards. Perform hand mowing on inaccessible areas at the direction of the engineer. A. The Department will measure the quantity of Mowing, Mowing Roadside, and/or Mowing Median in linear feet, and in acres for other designated areas. B. Mowing Roadside will be measured along the approximate center line of the adjacent pavement for mowing areas between the right of way and pavement. C. Mowing Median will be measured along the approximate center line of the median area to be mowed. D. No measurements will be made for mowing traffic separation islands in intersections. Supply all materials, equipment and labor to mow vegetation on roadsides on various roads in Area 1, South District, Sussex County. Total area to be mowed shall be based on a total of 1792.49 acres per year, assuming 4 cuts per year, for the three year contract.
