Pot Holing involves Hydro Excavation to locate known subsurface utilities. It is similar to line locating with the exception that this approach is used when the exact position of the utility is known. Potholing is most often used when a contractor needs to verify the depth, size or type of underground utility. Potholing is also utilized for cathodic protection procedures or to safely excavate holes for pole hole installations.

Like most all hydro excavation methods, the process starts with a simple pot hole (8″ to 12″ in diameter). With the mechanical or manual vacuum system hovering the designated surface area, the operator excavates straight down into the ground until the marked, known utility is located.

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