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General Order 64-A

 

Section II

 

Definitions Of Terms Used In This Order

  

22.6    Sag includes either Normal or Apparent, as defined in the following definitions:

 

A.    Normal Sag means the difference in elevation between the highest point of support of a span and the lowest point of the conductor in the span at 60°F and no wind loading (see App. G, Fig. 4).

 

B.    Apparent Sag means the maximum departure, measured vertically, of a wire in a given span from a straight line between the two points of support of the span at 60°F. and no wind loading.  Where the two supports are at same level, this will be the normal sag.  (see App. G, Fig 5.)