Common use of Protection of Existing Utilities Clause in Contracts

Protection of Existing Utilities. A. In case of damage to existing utilities caused by construction activities, contact the owner of the utility or appropriate City department (Water or Wastewater) immediately. Repair any damage to existing utilities caused by construction activities in coordination with or as directed by the owner of the utility. B. Contractor shall locate all existing roadways, railways, drainage facilities and utility services above, upon, or under the Project site, said roadways, railways, drainage facilities and utilities being referred to in this Sub-section as the "utilities". Contractor shall contact the owners of all Utilities to determine the necessity for relocating or temporarily interrupting any Utilities during the construction of the Project. Contractor shall schedule and coordinate the Work around any such relocation or temporary service interruption. Contractor shall be responsible for properly shoring, supporting and protecting all Utilities at all times during the course of the Work. C. The Contractor shall conduct his work at all times such that adequate drainage is provided and shall not interfere with or block existing drainage facilities such as gutters, ditches, storm drains, or other drainage appurtenances. D. Existing fire hydrants adjacent to the project shall be kept accessible for fire apparatus at all times and no material or equipment shall be placed within 25 feet of any hydrant.