The term “double pole” refers to the situation when a replacement utility pole is built alongside the pole to be replaced for the purpose of transferring the electric, telephone, cable, or other wires from one pole to the other.
Over time, utility poles in your community may require replacement because of:
- System upgrades that the existing pole cannot accommodate;
- Construction projects or municipal road work that requires a new pole; or
- Safety issues, including if the pole is in danger of failing.
In Framingham, most of our double poles are doubled up due to car crashes, citing safety issues, where the pole is at risk of failing or falling.
Mass General Laws, Part I, Title XXII, Chapter 164, Section 34B states that when a double pole is created, the original pole must be removed within 90 days. except for in the case of a construction project that is expected to take over a year, the double pole must be remediated within 6 months.
This is the most up to date information for a reporting period ending October 31, 2023. You can thank us later Mr Winnett… Though we’re unsure why the city wasn’t so forthcoming in providing you this list.
