55 Foot Wood Pole | Class 2 | Treated | Southern Yellow Pine

Product Overview

This is a 55-foot Class 2 wood utility pole made from Southern Yellow Pine and treated with CCA preservative. The pole is manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specification and treated to American Wood Preservers Association standards for rot and decay prevention. Total pole weight ranges from 2,385 to 2,815 pounds.

The pole is designed for direct burial installation with 7.5 feet set below grade, leaving 47.5 feet of usable height above ground. Minimum circumference at the top is 25 inches (7.957-inch diameter), tapering to a minimum circumference of 43.5 inches (13.846-inch diameter) at 6 feet from the butt.

This pole supports 2 to 4 cross arms total, with a maximum of 2 cross arms per side. Each cross arm can carry up to 240 pounds of attached fixtures and hardware. Cross arms and mounting brackets are available separately and must be installed after pole delivery.

Where This Product Fits Best

This 55-foot Class 2 pole is sized for applications where fixture mounting heights near 47 feet above grade are required. Sports field lighting, baseball field lighting, and general utility applications are common uses for this pole class and height.

The 240-pound per-arm weight capacity accommodates multiple fixtures per cross arm. With up to 6 fixtures mountable per arm, the pole supports configurations where high lumen output is needed across a large coverage area. The 2-arm-per-side limit and 4-arm total capacity define the maximum fixture count the pole structure can support.

Direct burial installation requires appropriate soil conditions and equipment capable of handling poles in the 2,385 to 2,815 pound range. Sites without adequate access for delivery and installation equipment may require alternative approaches.

Performance and Functional Considerations

Class 2 poles provide a defined strength rating under ANSI O5.1. The class rating, combined with the 55-foot total length, determines the load-bearing capacity and taper profile. Taper increases with pole length, which is reflected in the difference between the top diameter of 7.957 inches and the 13.846-inch diameter at 6 feet from the butt.

CCA treatment protects against rot, decay, and insect damage. This preservative treatment is applied to American Wood Preservers Association standards, which establishes the penetration and retention levels required for long-term ground contact exposure.

The weight range of 2,385 to 2,815 pounds accounts for natural variation in wood density. Installation planning should assume the upper end of this range for equipment sizing and handling logistics.

Installation and Long-Term Use

This pole requires direct burial to a depth of 7.5 feet. Proper hole preparation and backfill are critical for long-term stability, particularly when the pole is loaded with cross arms and fixtures at height. The buried portion of the pole is where CCA treatment provides the most value, as this section is in continuous contact with soil moisture.

Cross arms do not ship attached to the pole. Field installation of cross arms and mounting brackets is required after the pole is set. Cross arm attachment hardware and installation method should account for the full 240-pound load rating per arm.

The 1-year warranty covers the pole as delivered. Site-specific conditions, installation quality, and loading configurations affect long-term pole performance beyond the warranty period.

How This Fixture Is Commonly Used

Once installed, this pole serves as the permanent mounting structure for elevated fixtures. The 47.5 feet of height above grade positions fixtures well above playing surfaces and surrounding structures, which is why this height is used for sports field and athletic lighting applications.

Maintenance personnel access fixtures mounted on this pole using bucket trucks or climbing equipment rated for the working height. Cross arm positioning determines fixture aim angles and spacing across the illuminated area. With up to 2 cross arms per side, fixtures can be oriented in multiple directions from a single pole location.

The 240-pound per-arm limit is a working constraint that must be observed when adding or replacing fixtures. Fixture weight, mounting hardware weight, and any attached accessories all count toward this limit.

Safety, Certifications, and Warranty

This pole is manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specification. CCA preservative treatment is applied to American Wood Preservers Association standards.

The pole is grown, debarked, and treated in the United States.

Warranty coverage is 1 year.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the usable height above ground?
47.5 feet. The pole is 55 feet total, with 7.5 feet buried below grade.

How many cross arms can this pole support?
2 to 4 cross arms total, with a maximum of 2 cross arms per side.

What is the weight limit per cross arm?
240 pounds per arm, including fixtures and hardware.

How much does this pole weigh?
Between 2,385 and 2,815 pounds, depending on wood density.

Do cross arms come installed?
No. Cross arms and mounting brackets are available separately and must be installed after pole delivery.

What is the warranty?
1 year.

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.