[TowerTalk] Guy Anchor Failure

[SavageBR@aol.com (SavageBR@aol.com)]

Not really sure. I used screw anchors in the Atlanta area for 24 years and 
they were in very good shape when I took them up 3 yrs ago. I am now in the 
Savannah area with a new installation. I put a 4 inch dia anchor in the 
ground right next to the larger anchors that carry the guys for my tower. I 
screw the small anchor out and inspect it once a year and then put it back in 
the ground. Each 4 inch anchor is bonded electrically to the larger anchor 
and has the same length 60 inch shaft After one more year, I'll have the 
confidence to remove the smaller anchors.

It is also a good idea to monitor the guy tension and be sure it remains 
constant after the initial stretch.

Bruce  AA4Z

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