Are power poles still treated with creosote?

Are power poles still treated with creosote?

Chemical treating of wood poles is one of the last remaining uses of penta and creosote – 43\% of all poles are treated with penta; 42\% of all poles are treated with arsenic; and 13\% are still treated with creosote. The use of penta is prohibited in 26 countries around the world, but not in the United States.

What can you do with old power poles?

Fiber from used preserved wood poles is considered biomass in several states and may be eligible for renewable energy credits. As a last resort, you can send wood poles to a landfill. Preserved wood is not considered hazardous waste and can be disposed of normally into an approved landfill.

How long does a creosote pole last?

Creosote is an excellent wood preservative, typically giving a pole life of 40 years or more.

What is DCOI wood preservative?

DCOI is an organic oil-borne wood preservative that has 28-year stake test data from a study commissioned by EPRI. The appearance is the same as our current product. One big advantage of DCOI is that it is not a restricted use pesticide.

Can you burn creosote posts?

Yes, they can, but it might not be desirable. Power poles are generally treated in some manner to prevent rot and seal them against exposure to the elements. Creosote is one commonly used treatment. These various treatments often produce noxious fumes when burned.

Can you burn an old power pole?

DO NOT BURN OLD POLES!! They are listed as Hazardous Material in the disposal department. Which ever type of preservative they used to make the pole, there are serious advisories against burning them.

What happens if you touch a telephone pole?

A Telephone pole/power pole, wood type is considered a 40\% ground. If one of the cables you touch is hot(powered) yes you could be electrocuted. Even then if not electrocuted, you would likely fall and a fall from over 20 ft, can be lethal.

Is pentachlorophenol banned in the US?

The US National Toxicology Program lists pentachlorophenol as a “reasonably anticipated” human carcinogen. The chemical is banned under the United Nation’s Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants, a treaty the US signed but never ratified.

What is creosote made of?

Creosote is derived from the distillation of tar from wood or coal and is used as a wood preservative. Pesticide products containing creosote as the active ingredient are used to protect wood used outdoors (such as railroad ties and utility poles) against termites, fungi, mites and other pests.

Do old power poles make good firewood?

Yes, they can, but it might not be desirable. Power poles are generally treated in some manner to prevent rot and seal them against exposure to the elements. Creosote is one commonly used treatment.

Is it OK to burn creosote wood?

Creosote is nothing more than a condensation of small, unburned particles contained in the smoke that coats the chimney surface as it exits. The creosote will stick to the sides of the chimney and can ignite, causing a chimney fire. It’s best not to burn green wood in your fireplace if you can avoid it.