Putting the utility lines underground in downtown Carbondale is a good idea from both an aesthetic and a practical viewpoint as underground lines are much less likely to break, especially if a tree falls on them.
The primary argument against them is the cost of installation. Installing power lines underground costs anywhere from 4 to 14 times as much as comparable installation of above ground lines. According to the linked article, an above ground power line costs approximately $390,000 per mile to install, compared to $2 million per mile for an underground line.
The primary argument against them is the cost of installation. Installing power lines underground costs anywhere from 4 to 14 times as much as comparable installation of above ground lines. According to the linked article, an above ground power line costs approximately $390,000 per mile to install, compared to $2 million per mile for an underground line.
