Note: See also subsection 6-3-10E of this code.
Any utilities operating within the town shall abide by the following
adopted specifications.
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
Any utility digging within the town either for new installation
or for repair work shall obtain a digging permit from the town prior
to any work being done.
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
Where possible, trenches will not be left open overnight. If
circumstances require that a trench be left open overnight, said trench
shall be barricaded in such a manner as to ensure the safety of the
public. The trench shall also be noticed and barricaded in such a
way as to protect the public during the day. All work shall comply
with the requirements of Wyoming public works standard specifications,
2001 edition, unless superseded by these specifications.
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
A.
Deadline:
All work within a one block area shall be completed within 10 working
days from the beginning of the work being done within that block.
B.
Failure
to Complete—Fine: If the work is not completed within the time
allotted, the utility shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $750
per day.
C.
Extension
of Time: However, the town crew supervisor may grant extensions for
unforeseen circumstances.
D.
Filling
of Trenches by Town: If no extension is granted, and the work is not
completed within an additional four days, the town shall have the
right to fill all trenches and bill the utility for the time, equipment
and materials used.
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
A.
Cutting:
Where trench excavation or structure excavation requires the removal
of curb and gutter, concrete sidewalks, or asphalt or concrete pavements,
the pavement or concrete shall be cut in a straight line parallel
to the edge of the excavation by use of a spade bitted air hammer,
concrete saw or similar approved equipment to obtain a straight, square,
clean break. Initial pavement cuts shall be the top width of the excavation.
B.
Expansion
of Pavement Cut: Prior to the replacement of pavement, the pavement
cut shall be expanded to two feet (2′) wider than the actual
opening and centered over such excavation.
C.
Fill:
1.
Beneath
Pavement, Sidewalk, Curb or Gutter: Any trenches or excavations beneath
pavement, sidewalk, curb or gutter shall be filled with flowable fill
meeting the requirements set out in Wyoming public works standard
specifications, 2001 edition, Section 02225 trench backfill 2.01.B.,
"Cement Treated Fill."
2.
Setting
Time: Flowable fill shall be allowed to set for a minimum of two days
prior to replacing the paving.
3.
Freezing
Weather: If work is done in freezing weather, quick set flowable fill
shall be used and water shall be heated so that mix is at least fifty-five
degrees Fahrenheit (55°F).
4.
Replacement
Material: Paving shall be replaced with the same type material and
thickness as the original pavement.
5.
Paving
in Less Than Two Days: If the utility owner wants to pave in less
than two days they shall use one of the following mix designs for
quick set flowable fill.
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Cement
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100 pounds
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Sand
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2,925 pounds
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Water
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585 pounds
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Nonchloride accelerator
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80 ounces per cubic yard
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Quick set cement
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100 pounds
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Sand
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2,970 pounds
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Water
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500 pounds
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(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
Trenches and excavations in alleys where there is not asphalt
or concrete paving shall be backfilled and compacted to 95% of standard
proctor density, with documentation as to compaction, or filled with
flowable fill. Surfaces shall be restored utilizing the same materials
that were removed in the first instance; the restoration shall be
in accordance with the Wyoming public works standard specifications,
2001 edition, Section 02227 "Backfilling for Pavement."
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
Any trench that fails within the first year after work is completed
shall be repaired at the expense of the utility.
(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
All work shall be done in compliance with the current published
edition of the Wyoming public works standard specifications, standard
drawing No. 02220-01:
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(Ord. 525, 2-4-2002)
