Electric Overhead Distribution Lines; Specifications and Drawings for 24.9/14.4 kV Line Construction

The Rural Utilities Service (RUS) is revising its bulletin of specifications and drawings for 24.9/14.4 kV overhead distribution line construction. RUS is separating the bulletin into 19 sections. Each section contains an index, construction specifications, and a group of similar drawings of construction assemblies, which perform a common function. RUS is changing the drawing number on each drawing to conform to a new, functional format. RUS is also making certain technical changes to the drawings so that construction assemblies conform to current RUS construction requirements and specifications. Where applicable, the drawings show allowable loading limits and reference to new tables, which show maximum line angles. Existing specifications, such as pole setting depths, are not being modified, however, they are being moved to the section that contains wood poles. RUS is renumbering and reformatting this bulletin in accordance with its new publications and directives system.