General Order 128

Section IV

Requirements for Communication Systems

45.3    Supply Private Communication Cables and Conductors

A.    Depths

Ducts, cables and conductors of private communication systems are subject to the same depth requirements as those of public communication systems.

B.    Occupancy with Public Communication Systems

Private communication cables and conductors owned and operated by supply utilities shall not occupy the same duct, but may enter the same manhole or other underground splicing chamber which is occupied by a communication system for public use for the purpose of interconnection.

C.    Occupancy with Supply Systems

Private communication cables and conductors owned and operated by supply utilities may occupy the same duct or duct systems and other underground structures of supply systems.