Question About Using Direct Bury Electrical Cable in a Conduit

[Art Mann]

Around here, it is fairly common to run UF-B cable in conduit as long as the fill requirements for the conduit aren't exceeded. The requirement is the same as for NM-B. The inspectors strictly enforce the requirement to bury the conduit and wiring at least 24 inches. As Julie says, it is essential you check with your electrical inspector ahead of time if you are going to have the installation inspected.

[Dennis McDonaugh]

I live in the county, the only inspection required out here is for septic installations.

[mark kosse]

Howdy Dennis, navasota valley electric suggested I put my direct bury in conduit but I went from size 1 to 4/0 wire. I also didn't glue to allow drainage. I've seen too many underground conduits filled with water because it couldn't escape. I knocked a hole in one a while back and I thought a hit a water pipe so much came out.