ORD Resources

Revised: February 4, 2026

ORD Training

Class Name                 Manual Class Files  How-to Video Playlist Date
Fundamentals Here Here Here 11/15/2020
Survey Here Here   06/23/2021
Roadway Design I Here Here   07/06/2022
SUDA Here Here   10/20/2022
Roadway Design II Here Here Here 07/24/2023

ORD Workspaces

Name Description Size Date

Workspace zip File

Revision Notes

R.O.W. Exhibits Quick Guide

This is the ORD–OBM 2023 blended workspace (01-30-2026).
The workspace must be installed in both of the following locations:

  • C:\\ProgramData\\Bentley\\OpenBridge Modeler 2023.00\\

  • C:\\ProgramData\\Bentley\\OpenRoads Designer 2023.00\\

Revision Notes
Revision notes are provided in Excel format for easier searching. Use filters and search tools to locate specific changes. By default, revisions are listed by date and then alphabetically by file name.

R.O.W. Exhibits Quick Guide
This guide supports the creation of Right-of-Way track exhibits.

 401 MB 02/04/26
  Look in the workspace archives for any older workspaces you may need.    

Additional Resources

Name Description Size Date

SS2 Survey Implementation

PDF Notes

If you want to use an SS2 survey in an ORD project, you will need to incorporate the contents of this zip file into your project's workset. This will allow the correct viualization of all 2D SS2 Survey graphics and annotation. 

Copy the contents of the zip file to:  C:\\ProgramData\\Bentley\\OpenRoads Designer CE\\Configuration\\WorkSpaces\\TDOT-Standards\\WorkSets\\<Your Project workset>\\

 26.4 MB 2/25/2024
Survey Feature Codes Latest version of survey feature codes for ORD. 5 MB 10/18/2023
       

Requirements and Guidelines

The Requirements for Model-Centric Design document is intended to be a guide and reference point for TDOT staff and designers while transitioning to Bentley’s OpenRoads Designer (ORD) CONNECT Edition software. This guide outlines general information, background, and software terminology, as well as the following specific topics:

  • Conversion of legacy/existing projects (SS2) to ORD CONNECT
  • ORD software update(s) deployment 
  • Workspace structure
  • Standard file naming
  • Plans production
  • General recommendations for model-based design
  • Multiple appendices which elaborate on topics covered throughout the document

The  Requirements for Model-Centric Design document does not replace the need for training but instead is meant to document standard digital design procedures developed by TDOT (to-date) and should be referenced throughout each project. Current software development and best practices are covered within this document, and TDOT acknowledges that the software is constantly evolving. Therefore, this document (and associated resources) will be updated on a yearly basis, and the revisions will be outlined in the Model Revision History section located near the end of the document. This document, along with accompanying resources, can be accessed via links below.

Document Name Description Date Revision Notes
Requirements for Model-Centric Design ORD Resource for TDOT staff and consultants. 2/25/2024 N/A
ORD Conversion Decision-Making Form Noted in the Requirements file, this form accompanies the conversion graphics and should be completed by the applicable TDOT Design manager.  2/25/2024 N/A
File Exchange and Workflow These documents describe the workflow process when deliverables are handed off between design and other divisions. There are documents specifying the workflow for Environmental, Geotechnical Operations, Right of Way, Structures, Traffic-Signals-Lighting, and Utilities. There is also a document describing the State Plane Conversion workflow.     
Survey Checklist Documents Noted in the Requirements file,  the Survey Data Checklist should be completed by the survey team once all data has been processed and deliverables have been developed.  Other files are for QAQC purposes. 
 2/04/2025 N/A
ORD FIle Naming Noted in the Requirements file, this document provides guidance on file naming for project files developed in ORD, broken down by the following functional areas: STID, Survey, and Design.  2/25/2024 N/A
Template Library and Point Names This document details the contents of each Template Library and the meaning of the many various point names.  10/20/2023 N/A
Project Notebook Template The purpose of the Project Notebook is to document the life cycle of the project.  To make this easier for consultants and TDOT staff, we have created a Project Notebook Template.  All projects are required to use the Project Notebook Template, and as noted in the Requirements for Model-Centric Design (Section 5.3.1), a Project Notebook should be stored in the Standards folder of the project workset for ORD projects. This will be a living document that will be updated by the respective discipline. The latest version has been moved to Microsoft Excel to be user-friendly.  The previous version is a Microsoft Word document and can be found here. 9/19/2025 Updated Report Viewer
3D Model Checklist This checklist is specifically designed to ensure that the 3D model meets TDOT requirements for submittal.  12/07/2023 N/A
Versioning Guidance This document details some of the best practices regarding ORD versioning, specifically examining the situation of design using a later version of ORD than the survey.  1/18/2024 N/A