1. MDOT CORS & M.H.M.P Andy Semenchuk, P.S. MSRN ADMINISTRATOR

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3. Building the Monuments  We researched and consulted with Structural and mechanical engineers to try and build stable monuments for the conditions we encounter in Michigan.  We decided and a 2 part mount.  The base consisting of a reinforced concrete monument 24” in diameter by 12 feet below grade.  And the mast which is know commonly known as an “Earlconic”.

5. SITE PHOTOS Looking in the monument hole. Waiting for the concrete. Cable Trench

6. Site Selection.  The first 12 sites we had planned were selected on the following criteria.  Must be on MDOT property  Must have had an existing dedicated LAN connection.  Must have met visibility requirements and suitable soils for stability.

7. Phase Description  Phase I (Real-Time Data Acquisition and Integrity Monitoring)  Deploy network of Static Stations  Operational Testing  Public Access (User training/ Workshops/Seminars  MDOT Expansion  County Expansion  City Expansion  Emergency/ Utilitarian expansion  Phase II (Real-Time Broadcasting)  In Planning  Real-time PCS  Policy for City/ County additions to network  Phase III  The future