L H Dottie Co UT33D Underground Tape Red 6in X 1000ft

Product Description

The L H DOTTIE CO UT33D is a red underground detection tape used to mark buried utility lines during and after installation. Measuring 6 inches wide and 1000 feet long, this tape provides a continuous, high-visibility warning layer above buried conduit, pipe, or cable. The red color is the standard industry designation for buried electrical lines, making it easy for excavators and utility crews to identify line type before reaching the actual utility. It is typically installed by licensed electricians, utility contractors, and civil crews working on underground infrastructure projects.

This tape is suited for direct burial applications in residential, commercial, and municipal utility work. It is placed in the trench above the utility line prior to backfill, serving as a pre-excavation warning indicator for future dig work. Sold as a single roll, the 1000-foot length covers substantial trench runs without splicing. It is a standard accessory in conduit and direct-burial cable installation workflows wherever local codes or project specs require underground line marking.

Key Features

• Red color indicates buried electrical lines per standard utility marking conventions
• 6-inch width provides a broad, visible warning band in the trench
• 1000-foot roll length reduces splicing on long trench runs
• Designed for direct burial as a below-grade warning marker
• Sold as a single roll (EA unit of measure)

Compatibility

Designed as a general-purpose underground warning tape suitable for use in direct-burial electrical and utility trench installations where a warning layer above the buried line is required.

Installation Notes

Underground warning tape is installed by electricians or utility contractors during trench backfill operations. The tape is laid flat in the trench above the buried conduit or cable, typically 12 inches below finished grade or as directed by local code. Always confirm local jurisdiction requirements for tape color, depth, and placement before installation. No special tools are required, but proper trench depth and compaction procedures should follow applicable codes.