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Equipment Operation Across Class 3 Streams (Rule Four: 26.6.604) Illustration

And Other Bodies of Water

SMZ boundary 50 feet. Locate crossings in dry areas with stable banks and bottoms.

Operate under the following conditions:

  • Crossings are to be approximately 200 feet apart.
  • Minimize excavation.
  • Minimize the distance traveled through the SMZ.

Illustration described in preceding paragraph.

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Last Modified: 07/05/2007