Combined utility trench method

Details Combined utility trench method Combined utility trench method

1997-11-17

1998-11-24

Smith, Creighton

Static structures (e.g., buildings)

Processes

Requiring soil work

405157, E04G 2100

Patent

active

058392424

ABSTRACT:
A method for installing a plurality of utility lines from a plurality of utility distribution sources to and end user includes excavating a single trench from a common location at about the utility distribution sources. The trench is excavated between about 66 and 48 inches deep and about 24 inches wide. A plurality of utility lines are positioned in the single trench, wherein an electrical utility line, if installed, is at a lowest elevation in the trench. A water line, if installed in the trench, is at an intermediate elevation therein, and a gas line, if installed, is at an uppermost elevation in the trench. A single partitioned service box is installed in the trench through which the utility lines can be accessed. The utility lines are buried with appropriate fill.

REFERENCES:
patent: 3115861 (1963-12-01), Allen
patent: 3582533 (1971-06-01), Albright

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