30 Foot Wood Pole | Class 4 | Treated | Southern Yellow Pine

Product Overview

This 30-foot Class 4 wood pole is manufactured from Southern Yellow Pine and treated with CCA preservative. The pole meets ANSI O5.1 specifications and American Wood Preservers Association treatment standards. Total pole weight ranges from 670 to 795 lbs.

The pole is designed for direct burial installation with 5 feet set below grade, leaving 25 feet of usable height above ground. Minimum circumference at the pole top is 21 inches, with a minimum circumference of 29.5 inches measured 6 feet from the butt. Minimum diameter at the top is 6.684 inches, increasing to 9.390 inches at the 6-foot mark from the butt.

Cross arms are available as a separate option, with a maximum of 4 cross arms per pole and no more than 3 on any single side. Each cross arm supports up to 240 lbs of attached weight. Cross arms are not attached to the pole at delivery and require field installation.

Where This Product Fits Best

This pole height and class is commonly used for tennis court lighting and parking lot applications at retail locations. The 25-foot above-grade height provides a practical mounting elevation for area lighting in these settings.

The CCA treatment process addresses decay resistance and insect protection, making this pole suitable for direct burial in soil without a concrete foundation. Class 4 poles are appropriate for applications where moderate load capacity is acceptable.

Performance and Functional Considerations

The 240-lb weight limit per cross arm determines how many fixtures and associated hardware can be mounted on each arm. When calculating total load, include the weight of fixtures, mounting brackets, and any wiring hardware attached to the arm.

With up to 4 cross arms available per pole and a maximum of 3 on one side, fixture placement can be configured to direct light where coverage is needed. The asymmetric arm allowance provides flexibility when property boundaries or specific zones require more concentrated illumination from one direction.

Southern Yellow Pine accepts treatment well and provides structural consistency across the length of the pole. The taper from butt to top follows standard utility pole geometry, with the heavier base section providing stability when buried.

Installation and Long-Term Use

Direct burial installation requires excavating a hole to accommodate the 5-foot burial depth. The pole weight of 670 to 795 lbs means mechanical lifting equipment is required for handling and setting. Backfill and compaction methods should follow local requirements for pole stability.

Cross arms must be installed by the end user after the pole is delivered and set. Attachment hardware and field drilling may be required depending on the cross arm type selected. Plan for this work during the installation phase.

CCA-treated Southern Yellow Pine is a long-established material for utility and site lighting poles. The treatment is applied to resist decay and insect damage over the service life of the pole.

How This Fixture Is Commonly Used

Facility operators typically use this pole in parking areas and recreational courts where the 25-foot above-grade height meets their lighting layout requirements. The cross arm configuration allows fixtures to be positioned to cover specific zones, with the arm weight limits guiding how many fixtures can be grouped on each arm.

Once installed, this pole requires minimal interaction. Fixture maintenance, re-lamping, or replacement involves accessing the mounting height, so bucket truck or lift access should be considered for ongoing service. The pole itself does not require routine maintenance beyond periodic inspection for physical damage or shifting at grade level.

Safety, Certifications, and Warranty

This pole is manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specifications. Treatment follows American Wood Preservers Association standards for CCA application.

The pole is covered by a 1-year warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much of the pole is above ground after installation?
With the required 5-foot burial depth, 25 feet of the pole remains above grade.

How many cross arms can be installed on this pole?
A maximum of 4 cross arms total, with no more than 3 on any single side.

What is the weight limit for each cross arm?
Each cross arm can support up to 240 lbs of fixtures and hardware combined.

Do the cross arms come attached to the pole?
No. Cross arms ship separately and must be installed by the end user after delivery.

What is the warranty coverage?
This pole carries a 1-year warranty.

What treatment is applied to this pole?
The pole is treated with CCA preservative to address decay and insect resistance.

Application Questions and Clarification

This product description reflects the provided specifications, ratings, and configuration options. For questions related to site-specific conditions, electrical compatibility, control integration, or application requirements not addressed in the provided data, our team is available to provide clarification.