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Pipe cover to trench depth

Convert an established pipe-cover requirement into a trench section.

Obtain this value from your utility or approved design. It is not a frost prediction.
Outside diameter, not nominal bore.
Use the project bedding specification.
Illustrative trench depth

1.332 m

Pipe centreline depth

1.216 m

Depths are below finished grade and cover is measured to the pipe crown. Does not determine foundation depth, excavation support, traffic protection or required frost cover.

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