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2023 Docket Enabling Ordinance December 19, 2023 <br />Page 197 <br /> <br /> <br />3. Plowing of communication and electrical lines on or adjacent to existing roads by means <br />of a vibratory plow may be allowed by the county, provided that the structural integrity <br />of the roadway is not impaired. (Ord. 94-18 (part), 1994; Ord. 92-30 Exh. A § 6F, 1992. <br />Formerly 12.20.240). <br /> <br />12.14.02.250 Underground utilities - One call system. <br />All owners of underground facilities shall comply with Title 19 RCW, Chapter 19.122 <br />RCW, RCW 19.122.010 through 19.122.900 (Washington State One Call System or Dig Law). <br />(Ord. 94-18 (part), 1994; Ord. 9230 Exh. A § 6G, 1992. Formerly 12.20.250). <br />12.14.02.260 Overhead utilities - Power and communication lines. <br />1. Single-pole construction and joint use of the pole is desirable and should be used <br />whenever feasible. <br />2. The minimum vertical clearance for overhead power and communication lines above the <br />road and the minimum lateral and vertical clearance from bridges shall be in compliance <br />with the National Electrical Safety Code and Washington State Department of Labor and <br />Industries "Electrical Construction Code". <br />3. Where irregularly shaped portions of the right-of-way extend beyond the normal right- <br />of-way limits, a uniform alignment of facilities shall be allowed. (Ord. 94-18 (part), 1994; <br />Ord. 92-30 Exh. A § 7, 1992. Formerly 12.20.260). <br /> <br />12.14.02.270 Aesthetic/scenic considerations. <br />1. Utility installations shall be designed and constructed to minimize the adverse effect on <br />existing roadside manmade or natural amenities. Special efforts shall be taken to <br />minimize any potential negative impact on areas of scenic beauty (i.e., scenic strips, <br />viewpoints, rest areas, recreation areas, public parks or historic sites, etc.). <br />2. Overhead utility installations shall be permitted in areas of scenic beauty when other <br />utility locations are not available, are not technically feasible, are unreasonably costly, or <br />are less desirable from the standpoint of visual quality. <br />3. If the utility intends to use chemical sprays to control or kill weeds and brush in scenic <br />areas, prior approval must be granted by the county at least annually. The county may <br />limit or restrict the types, amounts, and timing of applications if a significant negative <br />impact on the aesthetics of the area is anticipated, provided such limitations or <br />restrictions are not in conflict with state law governing utility right-of-way maintenance. <br />4. Refuse and debris resulting from the installation or maintenance of the utility facilities <br />shall be promptly removed once work is completed. (Ord. 94-18 (part), 1994; Ord. 92-30 <br />Exh. A § 8, 1992. Formerly 12.20.270). <br /> <br />12.14.02.280 Installations on roadway bridges and structures.