What are services that can be connected to common trench?

The service connection cost can be minimised by using a common trench for all incoming services, which may include water, gas, telecoms, sewerage, stormwater, gate power, camera and intercom, gate or driveway lighting and landscape lighting.

When do you need bedding and backfill for a trench?

For common trenches accommodating wet (drainage and water supply) services and dry services, the bedding and backfill specified shall be provided for the portion of the trench housing the dry services. Bedding and backfill for the wet services shall be as specified in section 5.4 of this Specification. 1.3.3 Electrical Services –Utility Supply

How much does it cost to install a utility trench?

The price to install conduit for utilities costs an average of $8 per foot, which includes equipment, labor, trenching and installation of the utility. There are different kinds of conduit, but PVC is generally the cheapest. Half-inch non-metallic PVC pipe adds about $0.25 per foot.

How long do you have to call before digging a trench?

nPrior to beginning any outdoor construction that involves digging, excavating, trenching or grading, remember to call 811or Dig Safe at 888-DIG-SAFE(888-344-7233). State laws require advance notice of at least 48 to 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before you get ready to begin your outdoor project.

How big does a gas and electric Trench have to be?

If trench is to be a joint trench (shared with other utilities) the following separations must be maintained: 24 inches between gas and electric lines 12 inches between water and electric lines 24 inches between sewer and electric lines

When do you backfill a lane electric trench?

After the Trench is dug and conduit installed, call Lane Electric 541-484-1151 to have an inspection scheduled by the Engineering and Operations Department. After the Trench and the conduit are inspected, the Trench may be back-filled. Conductor cannot be installed until trench is backfilled.

How big of a trench do you need for a sewer line?

24 inches between sewer and electric lines 12 inches between communications and electric lines If trench is to be power only, the ditch needs be wide enough to accommodate the conduit, i.e. a 4-inch ditch-witch trench is sufficient. If the trench is dug through rough, rocky terrain, the conduit must be bedded with a minimum of 4 inches of sand.

nPrior to beginning any outdoor construction that involves digging, excavating, trenching or grading, remember to call 811or Dig Safe at 888-DIG-SAFE(888-344-7233). State laws require advance notice of at least 48 to 72 hours (excluding weekends and holidays) before you get ready to begin your outdoor project.