New Jersey Administrative Code
Title 16 - TRANSPORTATION
Chapter 25 - UTILITY ACCOMMODATION
Subchapter 13 - WAIVERS
Section 16:25-13.3 - Pole installation

Universal Citation: NJ Admin Code 16:25-13.3

Current through Register Vol. 56, No. 18, September 16, 2024

(a) On a case-by-case basis, when public safety is not compromised, the Department may approve use of a non-wooden pole when installing a new pole or replacing an existing pole.

(b) Factors that shall be considered in the evaluation of the installation of a non-wooden pole include, but are not limited to, the following:

1. Utility pole location(s) - roadway border area; traveled-way offset; right-of-way availability; existing/proposed sidewalk area;

2. Roadway classification;

3. Roadway alignment;

4. Accident history;

5. Clear Zone - guide rail warrant analysis; guide rail/barrier protection;

6. Utility pole(s) joint usage considerations;

7. Utility maintenance - site access; frequency; workspace, relocation requirements and responsibilities;

8. Public safety;

9. Existing utilities; and

10. Maintenance and protection of traffic - for construction, maintenance, emergency repair.

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