65 Foot Wood Pole | Class 1 | Treated | Southern Yellow Pine

Product Overview

This is a 65-foot Class 1 Southern Yellow Pine wood pole manufactured to ANSI O5.1 specification. The pole is CCA treated to American Wood Preservers Association standards for rot and decay prevention. Total pole weight ranges from 3,590 to 4,230 pounds.

The pole is designed for direct burial installation with 8.5 feet set below grade, leaving 56.5 feet of usable height above ground. Minimum top diameter is 8.6 inches with a minimum circumference of 27 inches at the top. Six feet from the butt, minimum diameter is 15.8 inches with a minimum circumference of 49.5 inches.

This pole is grown, debarked, and treated in the United States. The Class 1 designation indicates the structural capacity of the pole, which determines load-bearing capability for mounted equipment.

Where This Product Fits Best

This 65-foot Class 1 pole is sized for sports field lighting, baseball field applications, and general utility installations where substantial above-grade height is required. The 56.5 feet of exposed height after burial accommodates elevated mounting positions for area lighting coverage across large outdoor spaces.

The cross arm capacity of 2 to 4 total arms with a maximum of 1 to 2 per side supports multi-fixture configurations. Each cross arm position can carry up to 240 pounds of fixtures and hardware, allowing multiple lighting heads per arm when total weight remains within limits.

Direct burial installation eliminates the need for a separate foundation structure. The 8.5-foot burial depth provides lateral stability for the full pole height under wind and equipment loading.

Performance and Functional Considerations

Class 1 is a high-capacity structural classification under ANSI O5.1. At 65 feet total length, this class provides the load margin needed for multiple cross arms with lighting equipment while maintaining structural integrity under environmental stress.

CCA treatment protects against biological degradation in ground contact and above-grade exposure. This preservative treatment is applied to current American Wood Preservers Association standards, which define retention levels and penetration depth for long-term service.

The taper from butt to top is inherent to wood utility poles. At this length, the diameter reduction from 15.8 inches near the base to 8.6 inches at the top is normal and accounted for in the ANSI structural classification.

Installation and Long-Term Use

This pole requires an 8.5-foot excavation for direct burial. Pole weight of 3,590 to 4,230 pounds requires crane or boom truck equipment for handling and setting. The buried section must be fully backfilled and compacted to achieve the rated lateral stability.

Cross arms are not attached at time of delivery. The installing crew is responsible for mounting cross arms after the pole is set. Cross arm mounting positions should account for the pole taper and the 1 to 2 arms per side maximum configuration.

Each cross arm supports up to 240 pounds total, including fixtures, mounting hardware, and any junction boxes or wiring enclosures. When planning multi-fixture arms, the combined weight of all components must stay within this limit.

How This Fixture Is Commonly Used

Once set, this pole serves as a permanent structure for elevated area lighting. The 56.5-foot above-grade height positions fixtures well above playing surfaces and surrounding obstructions, which is why these poles are used at baseball fields and sports complexes.

Operators typically mount between 2 and 4 cross arms total depending on coverage needs. Each arm can hold multiple fixtures as long as the 240-pound limit per arm is observed. Fixture aiming and any future lamp or driver service occur at height, so access equipment planning is part of ongoing maintenance.

The wood construction allows field drilling for brackets, junction boxes, and conduit straps. Any penetrations into the treated wood should be sealed to maintain preservative integrity at cut surfaces.

Safety, Certifications, and Warranty

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

This product includes a 1-year warranty.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the usable height above ground after installation?
With the specified 8.5-foot burial depth, the pole provides 56.5 feet of height above grade.

How many cross arms can be installed?
The pole supports 2 to 4 cross arms total, with a maximum of 1 to 2 arms per side.

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

Are cross arms included or attached?
Cross arms are available separately and ship unattached. The installer mounts cross arms after the pole is set.

What is the pole weight?
Pole weight ranges from 3,590 to 4,230 pounds depending on actual dimensions within the Class 1 specification.

What warranty coverage is provided?
This pole includes a 1-year warranty.

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.