Utility poles, much like the trees they are made from, are subject to rot and decay. Even with preservative treatments that are used to protect them against environmental factors, the life a pole ranges from only 25-50 years (depending on its surrounding climate and other ...
The National Electrical Safety Code (NESC) “sets the ground rules for the practical safeguarding of persons during the ...
All businesses are susceptible to theft — including utility pole owners. While it is not likely anyone will dig up a 40 foot ...
The standard utility pole in the United States is 40ft long (though it can reach up to 120ft) and can carry voltages of up ...
Record breaking cold temperatures, winter storms and Spring time tornadoes and hurricanes often wreak havoc on utility poles.