If you need to cite it in a technical submittal or shop drawing:
Reference:
Abu Dhabi Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT). (2018). Standard Construction Specifications – Part 2: Civil Works and Utilities. Abu Dhabi, UAE.
For older projects (pre-2015), you may see:
Abu Dhabi Department of Transport (DoT). Standard Construction Specifications – Part 2: Earthworks, Pavements, and Drainage. standard construction specifications part 2 abu dhabi
The Standard Construction Specifications (SCS) for Abu Dhabi are a unified code of practice. Before their introduction, Abu Dhabi City, Al Ain, and the Western Region (Al Dhafra) often used disparate standards. The SCS unified these into a single, emirate-wide reference.
Part 2 focuses specifically on Civil Works and Infrastructure. It covers permanent works, excluding building architectural finishes (covered in later parts or separate codes). The document is heavily influenced by international standards (BS, AASHTO, ASTM) but adapted for Abu Dhabi’s unique geotechnical and climatic conditions—namely, high groundwater tables, sabkha (salt-encrusted) soils, and extreme temperature variations.
Based on common versions of ADSCC Part 2, you will likely find: If you need to cite it in a
| Section | Topic | |---------|-------| | 200 | Earthworks – Excavation, fill, embankments, subgrade preparation | | 300 | Pavement layers – Sub-base, base course, asphalt (wearing/binder courses) | | 400 | Concrete works (non-building) – Curbstones, channels, manholes | | 500 | Water supply networks – Ductile iron pipes, fittings, thrust blocks | | 600 | Drainage & sewerage – Stormwater, foul sewer, GRP/PE pipes | | 700 | Irrigation networks – PVC/PE pipes, valves, sprinklers | | 800 | Road lighting & traffic signals – Ducts, foundations, cabling | | 900 | Landscaping & softscape (sometimes separate) |
Note: Exact numbering varies. Older DoT versions use “Part 2” for earthworks and pavements, while later DMT versions integrate utilities into Part 2.
The construction industry evolves. Always verify you are using the current edition, including any published Addenda or Engineer's Instructions. For older projects (pre-2015), you may see:
Official sources:
Warning: Do not rely on third-party websites or old hard copies from 2015. The 2020–2024 revisions include new clauses on recycled aggregates, cool pavement technology, and drone-based survey acceptance.