Locking cover for wells and underground tanks

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2006-09-26

2010-06-01

Hartmann, Gary S (Department: 3671)

Road structure, process, or apparatus

Pavement

Vault cover-closure

C137S371000

Reexamination Certificate

active

07726902

ABSTRACT:
A locking cover apparatus for an opening in the ground is disclosed. The apparatus can be retro-fitted to an existing ground opening, or can be newly constructed ground opening fitted with the apparatus of the present invention. The apparatus features a keyed lock that has a projecting portion that fits under an existing or newly constructed shroud that is installed at ground level and around the ground opening.

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