• End Condition Exception Not Following Horizontal Feature Constraint

    I am trying to apply an end condition exception to a template that has a right outside edge of pavement that is controlled by a horizontal feature constraint so the outside edge of pavement is able to vary (for example, at a turn lane taper transition…
  • Open road designer model export _ IFC export

    I am working on a road project in open road designer and i need to share my model as IFC with many parameters (related to cost, O&M) specified by client. how can i add these parameters into model peremeters? can someone guide me or share detailed videos…
  • All of my drainage inlets have disappeared in my model!!! They have been replaced with a generic box.

    I am using Open Roads Designer (2021 Release 2) 10.10.21.04, FDOT connect. The issue I have been having is that I designed a whole drainage network, had cut cross sections and was labeling the cross sections. I noticed yesterday when I am looking at…
  • How to Copy all the 2D Features (from Default model) along with their associated 3D features (from Default 3D model) into a different File and maintain the intelligent geometry/profiles and association to the Default 3D Model?

    Hello, does anyone know if there is a way to Copy all the 2D Features (from Default model) along with their associated 3D features (from Default 3D model) into a different File and maintain the intelligent geometry/profiles and association to the Default…
  • Cross section annotation grid printing over linework

    I am in the model view of my cross section and the problem is that the grid is layered on top the pavement and utility linework and is printing so. I've tried changing the grid lines to a priority of -500. I've also changed the priority of the lines…
  • Recent Edits Vanishing when Activating Reference to Another Model in Same DGN.

    My file is set up so the design line work is on the "Default" model, and I have several sheet models within the same DGN file that reference the default model. My issue that if I need to "activate" reference to edit linework in the default model, one…
  • Adding proposed pipes to an existing drainage network in ORD 10.10

    I drew up an existing drainage network (pipes, manholes, etc.) for a road. I did this by creating a MODLRD file and manaully drawing up all the pipes and nodes for that area based off of survey. Now I want to add inlets, manholes and pipes for my…
  • ORD drainage - changing size of bottom drainage structure (FDOT)

    Hello, I am working on creating an existing drainage model. i drew an existing manhole and connected some 48" pipes to it. But the pipes are now way to big for that manhole structure. I want to make the bottom structure of the manhole bigger. …
  • ORD2021 R1 Extreme Slow Sheet Model Opening

    Hi guys, I have recently updated my ORD version from 2020R3 to 2021R1. Mostly everything seems ok but I have encountered slow opening speed of sheet model display. I captured the screen for comparison. This issue was also a problem in 10.07 version…
  • Importing Geometry from GPK isn't Working Correctly

    I have a model in openroads that was created off of imported geopak profiles. This model has been updated many times with this same gpk and it correctly replaced the previous profile. However, for some reason in the last two weeks when I import the new…
  • SIG Virtual Workshop: OpenRoads for SEAPac – May 2, 2018 – You're Invited!

    Stay current on all things OpenRoads at the next OpenRoads for SEAPac Special Interest Group virtual workshop on Wednesday, May 2, 2018 at 11 a.m. AEST. Register today ! This complimentary, one-hour session for users in the Southeast Asia and Pacific…
  • How to split a component in InRoads?

    InRoads SS2 I have a pavement section that I need to split into two separate components for left and right side shoulder reconstruction. The only way I know to accomplish this is to delete everything on one side, then completely reconstruct the now…
  • SIG Virtual Workshop on July 12: OpenRoads - Drainage Design, Analysis, and Modeling for the 100 Year Storm

    Join Bentley's Joey LouAllen and Beebe Ray online Wednesday, July 12, 2017 at 9 a.m. EDT or 5 p.m. EDT for the next OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) workshop, Drainage Design, Analysis, and Modeling for the 100 Year Storm . Register today ! Learn…
  • SIG Virtual Workshop: OpenRoads - Modeling Reality in Your Civil Design - March 8

    Please join Bentley's Joey LouAllen, Francois Valois, and Jason Harkless online Wednesday, March 8, for the next OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) workshop, Modeling Reality in Your Civil Design . Complimentary, one-hour sessions are set for 9 a…
  • SIG Virtual Workshop: OpenRoads – Encore Session for Working Effectively in the Modeling Environment – January 25

    Join Bentley's Joey LouAllen online Wednesday, January 25, for the encore OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) workshop, Working Effectively in the Modeling Environment . Register today and learn best practices for working in both 2D and 3D within…
  • SIG Virtual Workshop: OpenRoads – Working Effectively in the Modeling Environment – January 11

    Join Bentley's Joey LouAllen online Wednesday, January 11, for the next OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) workshop, Working Effectively in the Modeling Environment . This is a great opportunity to learn best practices and gain a better understanding…
  • OpenRoads Special Interest Group Virtual Workshop on September 14 - You're Invited!

    Join Bentley's Joey LouAllen online Wednesday, September 14, 2016 for the next OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) workshop (formerly called meeting). We will discuss Feature Definitions – Creating a Better OpenRoads Model and focus on best practices…
  • OpenRoads SIG Virtual Meeting -July 13 - There's Still Time to Register

    There's still time to register for the OpenRoads SIG online meeting tomorrow, July 13. Sessions are offered at 9 a.m. EDT and 4 p.m. EDT. The technology presentation will address Modeling Existing and Proposed Underground Utilities . Click here to…
  • OpenRoads Special Interest Group Virtual Meeting on July 13 - You're Invited!

    Join Bentley's Joey LouAllen and Jeff Martin online Wednesday, July 13, for the next OpenRoads Special Interest Group (SIG) meeting. Discussion will focus Modeling Existing and Proposed Underground Utilities . Learn how to use the subsurface utility and…
  • Importing 12D models to PowerCivil

    Hi I have been trying to import either of the attached files. The “.txt” file is known as a “Geneo” file from 12D and is a replica of the “.12da” file. I can import the text file as a surface but it doesn’t bring with it the string information of…
  • Re: Interchange - Model Slopes at Bridges?

    Wow! Ask and you shall receive... very cool! Piotr, thanks for posting these videos!
  • Interchange - Model Slopes at Bridges?

    Greetings- I am running InRoads 8.09.03.06 with MicroStation 8.09.04.88. I am currently modeling an interchange. I think I feel comfortable enough with the basics, but one task that has come to mind is when I get to bridges. My roadway…
  • GEOPAK Modeling [FAQ]

    Applies To Product(s): GEOPAK Modeling Version(s): All Environment: N/A Area: N/A Subarea: N/A Original Author: Bentley Technical…