Bentley CONNECT Edition data

This page contains files for Bentley CONNECT Edition Applications. View the associated README file before downloading a file package.

Note: Files are updated periodically. Check this page often to make sure you have the latest version.

Workspace files Bentley CONNECT Edition compatibility

• OpenRoads Designer (10.12.03.02)
• ProjectWise Explorer (10.0.3.453)
• MicroStation CE (10.17.02.61)
• OpenBridge Designer (10.12.2.49)
• OpenBridge Modeler (10.12.2.17)

The new TxDOT 10.12 workspace is now available and is compatible with the software versions shown above. All TxDOT PMs have been encouraged to adopt the new workspace as soon as possible.

• All new projects moving forward will be required to use the TxDOT 10.12 workspace.
• All existing projects using the 10.10 workspace can be migrated to the 10.12 workspace.

Moving to the Bentley CONNECT 10.12 applications and the TxDOT 10.12 workspace will allow your project to take advantage of the 100+ enhancements and 300+ resolved issues that are included in this release.

Software enhancements include improvements to geometry, terrain, modeling, drawing production, annotation, item types, drainage, and utilities.

For additional information on software enhancements visit the Bentley documentation site:

• ORD: What's New
• OBM: What's New in CONNECT Edition 2022 R2
• MicroStation: New and Changed in MicroStation CONNECT Edition Update 17

R2 Workspace for ORD 10.12 Release 3 ensures that all new projects are initiated using the updated TxDOT logo and title block, aligning with the latest standards. Additional enhancements are highlighted below:

• Annotation and Drawing Enhancements
  • Annotation Issues: Disabled the Activate Reference command to prevent annotation re-evaluation, preserving drainage profile drawing integrity.
  • Scaling and Text Adjustments: Improved sheet number text/tags, dimension styles, and centerline annotation scaling for better document readability.
  • Wall Annotation Group: Introduced a new group to apply correct symbology, enhancing plan clarity.
• Symbology and Reporting
  • Fixed missing symbology and corrected volume units in reports to ensure accurate data representation.
• Workspace and Configuration
  • PW Workspace Configuration: Updated to prevent unnecessary file copying, optimizing storage, and performance.
  • Preference Seed Folder: Relocated and reconfigured to ensure user preferences are saved correctly.
• Text Styles and Survey Enhancements
  • Updated text styles and survey codes for improved annotation consistency and accuracy.
  • Adjusted survey cells and sheet borders, including new logos and updated dates for visual consistency.
• PDF Output
  • Added layer support to PDF configuration, improving document organization and clarity.
• New Features
  • Pavement Markings & Environmental Features: Added new linear features for comprehensive project representation.
• Drainage and Utilities
  • Added Civil Cells for Headwalls and SETs.
  • Adjusted PB cell to support any height ≥ 2.5 feet.
  • Introduced plastic pipe as a new pipe material option.
• Bridge
  • Enabled Bridge Detailing ribbon in MicroStation.
  • Bridge templates now available in the project WorkSet.
  • Updated bridge borders with the new TxDOT logo.
  • Moved bridge borders to the default Sheet Borders folder.

Digital Delivery Section Director's message

This is an exciting step toward enhancing TxDOT’s operational efficiency. Additional testing is currently underway to determine how to strategically and promptly move all agency projects to a single version of ORD. This strategic move is essential to meet the prerequisites for the full implementation of Digital Delivery, ensuring a seamless and advanced technological transition for TxDOT. Additional communication will be coming soon, but until then, enjoy the new software and workspace enhancements!

For any questions, please email Digital-Delivery@txdot.gov or Bridge3DDesign@txdot.gov.

Thank you,
Jacob Tambunga, P.E.
Director, Digital Delivery