(A) Liquid and gas utilities wanting to cross the county roadways without sleeving their facilities may be allowed to do so if they propose a crossing which, in the opinion of the County Roads Department, is as safe and as serviceable as a sleeved crossing. Heavier walled pipe will be required. Special attention must be paid to the design and coatings and coverings to protect the pipe during shipping, installation, and use.
(B) When the "Alternate to Sleeving" option is selected, the utility must submit specific information about the proposed piping system to the County Roads Department for engineering evaluation.
(C) The following specifications shall be met:
(1) Crossings will be as perpendicular as possible to the roadway. Special permission will be required for any section of pipe exceeding 20 degrees to the normal fine.
(2) Depth of cover will be a minimum of 30 inches below any final surface in the county right-of-way unless a greater depth is required by industry regulations and standards.
(3) The pipe within the county right-of-way will have as few joints and changes in direction as possible.
(4) The pipe will be not installed within 10 feet of a county bridge structure.
(5) Cathodic protection will be required for any metallic pipe. Voltage or current measuring terminals, when necessary, will be close to the right-of-way line.
(6) Post mounted identification signs shall be installed at the right-of-way lines directly over the pipe. Signs shall be at least 4 feet in height with highly visible marking satisfactory to the county roads and note size of pipe, substance transmitted, owner's name, emergency telephone numbers and any other information required by industry standards.
(7) All applicable regulations and all applicable industry standards including American National Safety Institute and American Water Works Association shall be incorporated in addition to the requirements in this section.
(Ord. —, passed 6-30-2009) Penalty, see § 54.99