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COMPLETED FOR:

SITE NAME: MURPHY DOME TOWER

DATE: OCTOBER 3, 2017

GPD GROUP #: 2017506.50

SITE DATA

ASSESSMENT CREW

GPD GROUP

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

WEATHER

60°F

T I A - 2 2 2 - G M A I N T E N A N C E & C O N D I T I O N A S S E S S M E N TT I A - 2 2 2 - G M A I N T E N A N C E & C O N D I T I O N A S S E S S M E N T

TOWER TYPE

TOWER HEIGHT (AGL)

TOWER HEIGHT W/APPURTENANCES (AGL)

TOWER MANUFACTURER

TOWER MANUFACTURER JOB #

SITE ADDRESS

SITE COORDINATES

ALPHA LEG AZIMUTH

TOWER CREW

SITE VISIT DATE

TEMPERATURE

520 South Main Street, Suite 2531, Akron, OH 44311 gpdgroup.com tel: 330-572-2100AKRON / ATLANTA / CHARDON / CLEVELAND / COLUMBUS / DALLAS / INDIANAPOLIS / LOUISVILLE / MARION / PHOENIX / SEATTLE / YOUNGSTOWN

GUYED TOWER

85'-0"

103'-0"

ROHN

TYPE 80

MURPHY DOME RD, FAIRBANKS, AK

N64.9599, W148.2312

60°

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1. Site Assessment Summary

2. Equipment Summary and Coax Layout

3. Tower Assessment Checklist w/Photos

4. Structure Plumb

5. Guy Wire Tension Compliance

6. Photos

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SITE ASSESSMENT SUMMARY

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SUMMARY OF NOTED OBSERVATIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

Items requiring immediate attention:

H-3 0'-0" Anchor PointsIndustry standards recommend the use of either ASTM A-475 Extra High Strength Guy Strand Cable or ASTM A-586 Bridge Strand Cable.Although the exact type of wire rope used to guy this tower is unknown, it is estimated this tower is guyed using Aircraft Cable. Guy wire tensionswere found not to be within 7% - 15% of their rated breaking strength as required by Code TIA-222-G The replacement of all guy wires usingASTM A-475 Extra High Strength Galvanized Guy Strand Cable in compliance with current industry standards is recommended.Adjust all guy wire tensions to be within 7% - 15% of their rated breaking strength, while maintaining Code TIA-222-G compliantPlumb and Twist. Consult GPD Group Engineer to complete Structural Analysis helping to determine type and size of new guy wires.

Items requiring scheduled maintenance:

A-1 5'-0" A FaceOne of the bent plate girts within the taper was found to be damaged. Consult GPD Group Structural Engineer. Inspect welds and reinforcebent member using new galvanized member if needed.

A-4 5'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedClimbing ladder lacks flat washers and Pal Nuts where secured to tower leg. Verify all bolt assemblies include Pal Nuts and flat washerssince holes are slotted.

A-4 5'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedClimbing ladder rail splice plate bolt assemblies were found to be missing Pal Nuts Verify all bolt assemblies include Pal Nuts

A-5 73'-0" Tower MountedStructural bracing bolts associated with the torque arm were found to lack locking devices. Install lock washers, Anco nuts, Pal nuts or locknuts. Verify existing bolts are long enough with the additional hardware.

B-1 0'-0" to 5'-0" Tower MountedFactory galvanized finish has been disturbed. Resurface corrosion using ZRC Galvanizing Compound.

B-2 15'-0" B LegNon treated plate securing GPS to tower leg exhibits pitted (Category 2) corrosion. Replace corroded plate using new hot dip galvanizedplate.

B-2 76'-0" B FaceNon treated plate securing GPS to tower leg exhibits pitted (Category 2) corrosion. Replace corroded plate using new hot dip galvanizedplate.

B-2 80'-0" A LegAntenna mount bolt assemblies & fabricated mounting bracket exhibit pitted (Category 2) corrosion. Replace corroded bolt assemblies andmounting bracket using new structural grade rust inhibitive hardware. Microwave dish will need to be realigned once mountingbracket has been replaced.

B-2 10'-0" CompoundNon treated steel used to fabricate coax ice bridge exhibits pitted (Category 2) corrosion Replace coax ice bridge using hot dip galvanizedsteel.

D-3 85'-0" Tower MountedThe tower is not equipped with a lightning rod. Install a lightning rod so it is the highest appurtenance on the tower. Verify any futureloading at the top of the tower and FAA licensure for height limitations.

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D-4 0'-0" Anchor PointsThe guy wires are not grounded at the anchor points Install #2 (tinned) stranded ground wires. Ground wires shall flow continuouslydownward while slightly sweeping back towards the anchor point without coming in contact with the preform or guy wire hardware

D-4 47'-0" A LegThe upper ground kit wire flows upward. Reroute upper ground kit wire to flow continuously downward. Ground should not be loopedover diagonal member creating a possible choke point.

D-4 10'-0" A LegEntry port ground kit wires flows upward. Install trapeze allowing coax to be properly routed allowing for a slight drip loop and propergrounding continuity.

D-4 0'-0" CompoundEntry port down lead ground not housed in flexible PVC House #2 solid ground in 1/2" liquid tight

D-4 0'-0" CompoundTower base ground not housed in flexible PVC and mechanically grounded. Install and exothermically connect a #2 solid ground to eachtower leg. House #2 solid grounds in 1/2" liquid tight packed with silicone at the entry points.

E-1 83'-6" B LegOmni antenna found to be leaning The saddle brackets appear not to be aligned. Align and spread out the saddle brackets so that omniantenna is plumb.

E-1 79'-0" A LegUnused antennas left on tower. Remove unused antennas possibly increasing structural capacity of tower unless future use isanticipated. Verify any existing carrier lease agreement.

E-2 62'-0" A LegThe antenna mount bolt assemblies were found to lack flat washers and locking devices. Install flat washers. Also, install lock nuts in lieuof lock washers.

E-2 76'-0" B FaceOmni antenna mount has been modified with the addition of a square tube at the base of the mount pipe, possibly due to the short verticalspacing of the bolted connections along the truss section. Consult GPD Group Engineer to determine structural capacity of existingmodified antenna mount. Plumb antenna if found to be adequate. Otherwise, relocate antenna to new manufacturer approved mount

E-3 9'-0" CompoundWall boot found with unused coax Remove unused coax and modify or replace wall boot leaving equipment in the shelter nonsusceptible to insects or moisture from outside

E-3 3'-0" Tower MountedUnused coax left on tower. Remove unused coax from tower.

E-3 79'-0" B LegWeatherproofing on coax is substandard. Remove existing weatherproofing and reapply.

E-4 9'-0" CompoundCoax ice bridge lacks trapeze Install trapeze allowing 7' clearance above grade to coax while also providing drip loop.

E-4 0'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedUnused hardware found on tower. Remove all unused hardware providing safer conditions for those working below

E-5 0'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedFeed lines lack proper support to the tower for a significant distance. Install additional stainless steel support such as snap in hangers orbutterfly connectors so coax are secured to the tower or waveguide ladder every 4’.

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E-5 0'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedNumerous coax supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties Install additional stainless steel support such as snap inhangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured to the tower or waveguide ladder every 4’.

E-5 15'-0" Tower MountedButterfly connector not properly installed. Reapply butterfly connector while verifying proper application and type.

E-5 31'-0" B LegCoax is supported along mount using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties Secure coax using additional stainless steel supportsuch as snap in hangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and 3’ horizontally.

E-5 35'-0" A LegCoax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties Secure coax using additional stainless steel support such as snapin hangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and 3’ horizontally.

E-5 45'-0" B LegCoax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties. Secure coax using additional stainless steel support such as snapin hangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and 3’ horizontally.

E-5 74'-0" B FaceCoax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties. Secure coax using additional stainless steel support such as snapin hangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and 3’ horizontally.

E-5 83'-6" B LegCoax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties. Secure coax using additional stainless steel support such as snapin hangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and 3’ horizontally.

E-5 0'-0" to 85'-0" Tower MountedButterfly hanger to big for coax Verify connectors fit all coax.

F-1 0'-0" CompoundEquipment shelter equipped with a lighting receptacle. However, it was found to be missing a light bulb Install a light bulb. Motion detector isrecommended.

F-2 74'-3" B FaceOmni antenna mounts have been modified with the addition of a square tube at the base of the mount pipe. The square tube was found not tobe properly secured to the face of the tower but resting upon the adjacent torque arm. Verify structural adequacy of modified mount.Secure square tube snug up to tower face using material compliant rust inhibitive hardware. Consult GPD Group Structural Engineer.

G-1c 0'-0" CompoundUnused hardware found in compound Remove unused hardware and properly dispose of off site. Otherwise, return to tower owner orstore properly negating trip hazard.

G-1c 0'-0" CompoundOvergrown vegetation in compound. Clear overgrown vegetation making site clean up and maintenance more manageable

G-1c 0'-0" CompoundExposed conduit Bury exposed conduit negating trip hazard

G-1c 0'-0" CompoundExhaust fan hood (front of shelter) has likely been damaged by falling ice Replace damaged equipment if still in use. Install ice shieldpreventing future damage.

G-1c 0'-0" CompoundExhaust fan hood (back of shelter) has likely been damaged by falling ice Replace damaged equipment if still in use. Install ice shieldpreventing future damage.

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I-1 0'-0" Anchor PointsExcessive rotation observed in anchor rod. Perform subsurface investigation concentrating on anchor block degradation or soildisplacement. Consult GPD Group geotechnical engineer.

I-3 0'-0" Anchor PointsAnchor rod condition below grade is unknown without excavating. A subsurface corrosion study with simultaneous installation ofcathodic anchor rod protection is recommended.

I-7 0'-0" Anchor PointsSome of the cable clamp saddles appear to be improperly sized for the u-bolts in place. The replacement of all guy wires using ASTM A-475Extra High Strength Galvanized Guy Strand Cable and replacing cable clamps using preforms in compliance with current industrystandards is recommended.

I-7 0'-0" Anchor PointsTurnbuckle lacks sufficient thread(s) spacing within. Adjust turnbuckle so that at least an inch of thread(s) protrudes inside whilemaintaining compliant guy wire tension & tower twist and plumb. The replacement of all guy wires using ASTM A-475 Extra HighStrength Galvanized Guy Strand Cable and replacing cable clamps using preforms in compliance with current industry standards isrecommended.

I-7 0'-0" Anchor PointsGuy wire alley ways are cluttered with tree branches and other vegetation Remove tree branches and other vegetation from guy wirealleyways. Verify anchor point compounds are clear of tree branches and vegetation.

There were no items corrected on site.

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EQUIPMENT SUMMARY AND COAX LAYOUT

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Miscellaneous Antenna Information Feedline Information

Carrier Elevation Antenna Type Manufacturer Model NumberDimension (inches)

Position Dish Azimuth Size QuantityL W H

83'-6" C/L - Leg Mounted

Alaska Railroad 83'-6" Omni Unknown 20' Omni C Leg - 1/2" 1


Alaska Railroad 83'-6" Omni Unknown 20' Omni B Leg - 1/2" 1


Alaska Railroad 83'-5" Dipole Unknown 20' 4 bay Dipole A Leg - 1/2" 1

81'-0" C/L - Dish Mount 0'-6" from Tower

Radiowaves 79'-0" HP Dish Radiowaves 104781-34.7 (Unused) A Leg 90 (abandoned) 0


Alaska Railroad 78'-6" Yagi Comtelco (2) 2' Yagi's (@78' & 79') B Leg - 3/8" 1

78'-0" C/L - Face Mounted

Alaska Railroad 78'-0" Omni Unknown (2) 10' Omni's (Disconnected at base) B Face - 1/2" 2

78'-0" C/L - Leg Mounted 2'-0" Mount Width

Alaska Railroad 78'-0" Yagi Comtelco 2" B Leg 0 1/4" 1

62'-0" C/L - Face Mounted

Alaska Communications 62'-0" Standard Dish Unknown 4' Dish B Face 120 1/2" 1


Alaska Railroad 62'-0" Yagi Unknown 36" x 16" Yagi A Leg - 3/8" 1


Alaska Railroad 50'-0" Dipole Telwave ANT150D3 A Leg - 1/2" 1

46'-0" C/L - Sidearm 1'-0" Face Height 1'-6" from Tower

Alaska Railroad 46'-0" Omni Telwave ANT125F2 B Leg - 1/2" 1


Alaska Railroad 36'-0" Dipole Telwave ANT450D A Leg - 1/2" 1


Alaska Railroad 32'-0" Omni Telwave ANT220F2 B Leg - 3/8" 1

Notes:1. Azimuths 10°±2. Azimuths are Magnetic3. Omni or Whip antenna elevation has been taken from base of antenna

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Miscellaneous Antenna Information Feedline Information

Carrier Elevation Antenna Type Manufacturer Model NumberDimension (inches)

Position Dish Azimuth Size QuantityL W H


Alaska Railroad 16'-0" GPS Synergy Systems 12111120G B Leg - 1/4" 1

Notes:1. Azimuths 10°±2. Azimuths are Magnetic3. Omni or Whip antenna elevation has been taken from base of antenna

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Alaska Railroad - 83'-6" - Omni - C Leg Alaska Railroad - 83'-6" - Omni - B Leg

Alaska Railroad - 83'-5" - Dipole - A Leg Radiowaves - 79'-0" - HP Dish - A Leg

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Alaska Railroad - 78'-6" - Yagi - B Leg Alaska Railroad - 78'-0" - Omni - B Face

Alaska Communications - 62'-0" - Standard Dish -B Face

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Alaska Railroad - 62'-0" - Yagi - A Leg Alaska Railroad - 50'-0" - Dipole - A Leg

Alaska Railroad - 46'-0" - Omni - B Leg Alaska Railroad - 36'-0" - Dipole - A Leg

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Alaska Railroad - 32'-0" - Omni - B Leg Alaska Railroad - 16'-0" - GPS - B Leg

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EXISTING COAX CONFIGURATION

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# Carrier Size Qty Elevation Notes

1 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 83'-6" CF

2 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 83'-6" AF

3 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 83'-5" BF

4 Radiowaves (abandoned) 0 79'-0"

5 Alaska Railroad 3/8" 1 78'-6" LMR-400 CF

6 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 2 78'-0" AF

7 Alaska Railroad 1/4" 1 78'-0"

8 Alaska Communications 1/2" 1 62'-0" CF

9 Alaska Railroad 3/8" 1 62'-0" 1/4"

10 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 50'-0" LMR600AF

11 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 46'-0" BL

12 Alaska Railroad 1/2" 1 36'-0" CF


EXISTING COAX CONFIGURATION (CONTINUED)

# Carrier Size Qty Elevation Notes

13 Alaska Railroad 3/8" 1 32'-0" LMR400BL

14 Alaska Railroad 1/4" 1 16'-0" BL

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TOWER ASSESSMENT CHECKLIST W/PHOTOS

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A) Structure condition Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Damaged members (legs and bracing) x

2. Loose members x

3. Missing members x

4. Climbing facilities x

5. Loose and/or missing bolts and/or nut locking devices x

6. Visible cracks in welded connections x

7. Pole flange and base plate cracks visible in base metal or at ends of plate stiffeners x

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Urgency: A-1

Elevation: 5'-0"

Orientation: A Face

Description: One of the bent plate girts within the taper was found to be damaged.

Action Required: Consult GPD Group Structural Engineer. Inspect welds and reinforce bentmember using new galvanized member if needed.

Urgency: A-1

Elevation: 5'-0"

Orientation: A Face

Description: One of the bent plate girts within the taper was found to be damaged.

Action Required: Consult GPD Group Structural Engineer. Inspect welds and reinforce bentmember using new galvanized member if needed.

A) STRUCTURE CONDITION: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

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Urgency: A-4

Elevation: 5'-0" to 85'-0"

Orientation: Tower Mounted

Description: Climbing ladder lacks flat washers and Pal Nuts where secured to towerleg.

Action Required: Verify all bolt assemblies include Pal Nuts and flat washers since holes areslotted.

Urgency: A-4



Description: Climbing ladder lacks flat washers and Pal Nuts where secured to towerleg.

Action Required: Verify all bolt assemblies include Pal Nuts and flat washers since holes areslotted.


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Urgency: A-4



Description: Climbing ladder rail splice plate bolt assemblies were found to be missingPal Nuts

Action Required: Verify all bolt assemblies include Pal Nuts

Urgency: A-5

Elevation: 73'-0"


Description: Structural bracing bolts associated with the torque arm were found to lacklocking devices.

Action Required: Install lock washers, Anco nuts, Pal nuts or lock nuts. Verify existing boltsare long enough with the additional hardware.


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B) Finish Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Paint and/or galvanizing condition x

2. Rust and/or corrosion including mounts and accessories x

3. FAA or ICAO color marking conditions x

4. Water collection in members x

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Urgency: B-1



Description: Factory galvanized finish has been disturbed.

Action Required: Resurface corrosion using ZRC Galvanizing Compound.

Urgency: B-1





B) FINISH: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

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Urgency: B-1





Urgency: B-1






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Urgency: B-1





Urgency: B-2

Elevation: 15'-0"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Non treated plate securing GPS to tower leg exhibits pitted (Category 2)corrosion.

Action Required: Replace corroded plate using new hot dip galvanized plate.


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Urgency: B-2

Elevation: 76'-0"

Orientation: B Face

Description: Non treated plate securing GPS to tower leg exhibits pitted (Category 2)corrosion.

Action Required: Replace corroded plate using new hot dip galvanized plate.

Urgency: B-2

Elevation: 80'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: Antenna mount bolt assemblies & fabricated mounting bracket exhibitpitted (Category 2) corrosion.

Action Required: Replace corroded bolt assemblies and mounting bracket using newstructural grade rust inhibitive hardware. Microwave dish will need to berealigned once mounting bracket has been replaced.


10/3/17

Urgency: B-2

Elevation: 10'-0"

Orientation: Compound

Description: Non treated steel used to fabricate coax ice bridge exhibits pitted(Category 2) corrosion

Action Required: Replace coax ice bridge using hot dip galvanized steel.


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C) Lighting Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Conduit, junction boxes, and fasteners x

2. Drain and vent openings x

3. Wiring condition x

4. Light lenses x

5. Bulb condition x

6. Controllers (functioning)

a. Photo control x

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D) Grounding Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Connections x

2. Corrosion x

3. Lightning protection x

4. Continuity x

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Urgency: D-3

Elevation: 85'-0"


Description: The tower is not equipped with a lightning rod.

Action Required: Install a lightning rod so it is the highest appurtenance on the tower. Verifyany future loading at the top of the tower and FAA licensure for heightlimitations.

Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 0'-0"

Orientation: Anchor Points

Description: The guy wires are not grounded at the anchor points

Action Required: Install #2 (tinned) stranded ground wires. Ground wires shall flowcontinuously downward while slightly sweeping back towards the anchorpoint without coming in contact with the preform or guy wire hardware

D) GROUNDING: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

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Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: The guy wires are not grounded at the anchor points

Action Required: Install #2 (tinned) stranded ground wires. Ground wires shall flowcontinuously downward while slightly sweeping back towards the anchorpoint without coming in contact with the preform or guy wire hardware


10/3/17

Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 47'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: The upper ground kit wire flows upward.

Action Required: Reroute upper ground kit wire to flow continuously downward. Groundshould not be looped over diagonal member creating a possible chokepoint.

Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 10'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: Entry port ground kit wires flows upward.

Action Required: Install trapeze allowing coax to be properly routed allowing for a slight driploop and proper grounding continuity.


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Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Entry port down lead ground not housed in flexible PVC

Action Required: House #2 solid ground in 1/2" liquid tight

Urgency: D-4

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Tower base ground not housed in flexible PVC and mechanicallygrounded.

Action Required: Install and exothermically connect a #2 solid ground to each tower leg.House #2 solid grounds in 1/2" liquid tight packed with silicone at the entrypoints.


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E) Antennas and lines Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Antenna condition x

2. Mount and/or ice shield condition x

3. Feed line condition x

4. Hanger condition x

5. Secured to structure x

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Urgency: E-1

Elevation: 83'-6"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Omni antenna found to be leaning

Action Required: The saddle brackets appear not to be aligned. Align and spread out thesaddle brackets so that omni antenna is plumb.

Urgency: E-1

Elevation: 79'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: Unused antennas left on tower.

Action Required: Remove unused antennas possibly increasing structural capacity of towerunless future use is anticipated. Verify any existing carrier leaseagreement.

E) ANTENNAS AND LINES: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

10/3/17

Urgency: E-1

Elevation: 83'-6"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Omni antenna found to be leaning

Action Required: The saddle brackets appear not to be aligned. Align and spread out thesaddle brackets so that omni antenna is plumb.

Urgency: E-2

Elevation: 62'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: The antenna mount bolt assemblies were found to lack flat washers andlocking devices.

Action Required: Install flat washers. Also, install lock nuts in lieu of lock washers.


10/3/17

Urgency: E-2

Elevation: 76'-0"

Orientation: B Face

Description: Omni antenna mount has been modified with the addition of a square tubeat the base of the mount pipe, possibly due to the short vertical spacing ofthe bolted connections along the truss section.

Action Required: Consult GPD Group Engineer to determine structural capacity of existingmodified antenna mount. Plumb antenna if found to be adequate.Otherwise, relocate antenna to new manufacturer approved mount

Urgency: E-3

Elevation: 9'-0"

Orientation: Compound Member Bolt Size:

Description: Wall boot found with unused coax

Action Required: Remove unused coax and modify or replace wall boot leaving equipment inthe shelter non susceptible to insects or moisture from outside


10/3/17

Urgency: E-3

Elevation: 3'-0"


Description: Unused coax left on tower.

Action Required: Remove unused coax from tower.

Urgency: E-3

Elevation: 79'-0"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Weatherproofing on coax is substandard.

Action Required: Remove existing weatherproofing and reapply.


10/3/17

Urgency: E-4

Elevation: 9'-0"


Description: Coax ice bridge lacks trapeze

Action Required: Install trapeze allowing 7' clearance above grade to coax while alsoproviding drip loop.

Urgency: E-4



Description: Unused hardware found on tower.

Action Required: Remove all unused hardware providing safer conditions for those workingbelow


10/3/17

Urgency: E-5



Description: Feed lines lack proper support to the tower for a significant distance.

Action Required: Install additional stainless steel support such as snap in hangers orbutterfly connectors so coax are secured to the tower or waveguide ladderevery 4’.

Urgency: E-5



Description: Numerous coax supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zipties



10/3/17

Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 15'-0"


Description: Butterfly connector not properly installed.

Action Required: Reapply butterfly connector while verifying proper application and type.

Urgency: E-5



Description: Coax lacks proper support up the tower



10/3/17

Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 31'-0"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Coax is supported along mount using improper hardware such tape, wireor zip ties

Action Required: Secure coax using additional stainless steel support such as snap inhangers or butterfly connectors so coax are secured every 4’ vertically and3’ horizontally.

Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 35'-0"

Orientation: A Leg

Description: Coax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties



10/3/17

Urgency: E-5



Description: Coax lacks proper support up the tower.


Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 45'-0"

Orientation: B Leg

Description: Coax is supported using improper hardware such tape, wire or zip ties.



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Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 74'-0"

Orientation: B Face



Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 74'-0"

Orientation: B Face




10/3/17

Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 74'-0"

Orientation: B Face



Urgency: E-5



Description: Coax lacks proper support up the tower.



10/3/17

Urgency: E-5

Elevation: 83'-6"

Orientation: B Leg



Urgency: E-5



Description: Butterfly hanger to big for coax

Action Required: Verify connectors fit all coax.


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Urgency: E-5



Description: Butterfly hanger to big for coax

Action Required: Verify connectors fit all coax.


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F) Other appurtenances Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Condition x

2. Secured to structure x

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Urgency: F-1

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Equipment shelter equipped with a lighting receptacle. However, it wasfound to be missing a light bulb

Action Required: Install a light bulb. Motion detector is recommended.

Urgency: F-2

Elevation: 74'-3"

Orientation: B Face Member Bolt Size:

Description: Omni antenna mounts have been modified with the addition of a squaretube at the base of the mount pipe. The square tube was found not to beproperly secured to the face of the tower but resting upon the adjacenttorque arm.

Action Required: Verify structural adequacy of modified mount. Secure square tube snug upto tower face using material compliant rust inhibitive hardware. ConsultGPD Group Structural Engineer.

F) OTHER APPURTENANCES: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

10/3/17

Urgency: F-2

Elevation: 74'-3"

Orientation: B Face

Description: Omni antenna mounts have been modified with the addition of a squaretube at the base of the mount pipe. The square tube was found not to beproperly secured to the face of the tower but resting upon the adjacenttorque arm.

Action Required: Verify structural adequacy of modified mount. Secure square tube snug upto tower face using material compliant rust inhibitive hardware. ConsultGPD Group Structural Engineer.

F) OTHER APPURTENANCES: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

10/3/17

G) Concrete foundations Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Ground condition

a. Settlement, movement, or earth cracks x

b. Erosion x

c. Site condition x

2. Anchorage condition

a. Nuts and/or not locking device (tightened) x

b. Grout condition x

c. Anchorages and/or anchor rod condition x

3. Concrete condition

b. Chipped or broken concrete x

c. Honeycombing x

d. Low spots to collect moisture x

10/3/17


Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Unused hardware found in compound

Action Required: Remove unused hardware and properly dispose of off site. Otherwise,return to tower owner or store properly negating trip hazard.

Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Overgrown vegetation in compound.

Action Required: Clear overgrown vegetation making site clean up and maintenance moremanageable

G) CONCRETE FOUNDATIONS: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

10/3/17

Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Exposed conduit

Action Required: Bury exposed conduit negating trip hazard

Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Exhaust fan hood (front of shelter) has likely been damaged by falling ice

Action Required: Replace damaged equipment if still in use. Install ice shield preventingfuture damage.


10/3/17

Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Unused hardware found in compound

Action Required: Remove unused hardware and properly dispose of off site. Otherwise,return to tower owner or store properly negating trip hazard.

Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Exposed conduit

Action Required: Bury exposed conduit negating trip hazard


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Urgency: G-1c

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Exhaust fan hood (back of shelter) has likely been damaged by falling ice

Action Required: Replace damaged equipment if still in use. Install ice shield preventingfuture damage.


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H) Structure plumb and guy wire tensions Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Structure plumb x

3. Guy wire tension compliance x

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Urgency: H-3

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Industry standards recommend the use of either ASTM A-475 Extra HighStrength Guy Strand Cable or ASTM A-586 Bridge Strand Cable. Althoughthe exact type of wire rope used to guy this tower is unknown, it isestimated this tower is guyed using Aircraft Cable. Guy wire tensions werefound not to be within 7% - 15% of their rated breaking strength asrequired by Code TIA-222-G

Action Required: The replacement of all guy wires using ASTM A-475 Extra High StrengthGalvanized Guy Strand Cable in compliance with current industrystandards is recommended. Adjust all guy wire tensions to be within 7% -15% of their rated breaking strength, while maintaining Code TIA-222-Gcompliant Plumb and Twist. Consult GPD Group Engineer to completeStructural Analysis helping to determine type and size of new guy wires.

H) STRUCTURE PLUMB: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

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I) Guy mast anchors Pass Fail Fixed N/A

1. Settlement, movement, or earth cracks x

2. Backfill heaped over concrete for water shedding x

3. Anchor rod condition below earth x

4. Corrosion control measures x

5. Anchor heads clear of earth x

6. Guy hardware corrosion x

7. Guy Wire Hardware Condition x

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Urgency: I-1

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Excessive rotation observed in anchor rod.

Action Required: Perform subsurface investigation concentrating on anchor blockdegradation or soil displacement. Consult GPD Group geotechnicalengineer.

Urgency: I-3

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Anchor rod condition below grade is unknown without excavating.

Action Required: A subsurface corrosion study with simultaneous installation of cathodicanchor rod protection is recommended.

I) GUY MAST ANCHORS: DISCREPANCY PHOTOS Immediate action required Scheduled action required Corrected on site

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Urgency: I-6

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Guy wire shackles exhibits surface (Category 1) corrosion. The spread ofcorrosion to the guy wires is unknown.

Action Required: The replacement of all guy wires using ASTM A-475 Extra High StrengthGalvanized Guy Strand Cable and replacing cable clamps using preformsin compliance with current industry standards is recommended.

Urgency: I-6

Elevation: 0'-0"





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Urgency: I-6

Elevation: 0'-0"




Urgency: I-7

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Some of the cable clamp saddles appear to be improperly sized for the u-bolts in place.



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Urgency: I-7

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Turnbuckle lacks sufficient thread(s) spacing within.

Action Required: Adjust turnbuckle so that at least an inch of thread(s) protrudes insidewhile maintaining compliant guy wire tension & tower twist and plumb. Thereplacement of all guy wires using ASTM A-475 Extra High StrengthGalvanized Guy Strand Cable and replacing cable clamps using preformsin compliance with current industry standards is recommended.

Urgency: I-7

Elevation: 0'-0"


Description: Guy wire alley ways are cluttered with tree branches and other vegetation

Action Required: Remove tree branches and other vegetation from guy wire alleyways.Verify anchor point compounds are clear of tree branches and vegetation.


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STRUCTURE PLUMB

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Plumb not to exceed 1 part in 400

Observed Mast Data Calculated Out-Of-Plumb Status Plumb

Mast Elev. (ft) Face Width (in) D1 (in) D2 (in) D3 (in) x (in) y (in) r (in)

0 54 0.00 0.00 0.00 0 0 0

20 54 0.00 -0.25 0.25 -0.288675 0 0.288675 Pass

40 54 -0.25 -1.50 0.75 -1.299038 0.083333 1.301708 Pass

60 54 0.50 -1.75 1.25 -1.732051 0.5 1.802776 Pass

80 54 -1.00 -1.75 1.50 -1.876388 -0.583333 1.964971 Pass

85 54 -1.13 -1.88 1.75 -2.092895 -0.708333 2.209512 Pass

Pass

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OUT-OF-PLUMB DETERMINATION FOR GUYED TOWER

GUY WIRE TENSION COMPLIANCE

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Anchor Azimuth

Guy WireAttachmentElevation

AnchorRadius

AnchorElevation

Compared toTower

Temp.% Breaking

StrengthMeasuredTension

TensionComplianceSize Type

A1 60 1/2" n/a 44 75.5 1 60 2 450 Fail

B1 180 1/2" n/a 44 82 -1 60 5 1160 Fail

C1 300 1/2" n/a 44 87 -2 60 5 1120 Fail

A2L 60 1/2" n/a 73 75.5 1 60 2 540 Fail

A2R 3 640 Fail

B2L 180 1/2" n/a 73 82 -1 60 2 360 Fail

B2R 2 420 Fail

C2L 300 1/2" n/a 73 87 -2 60 2 460 Fail

C2R 1 320 Fail

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MURPHY DOME TOWER GUY WIRE TENSIONS

PHOTOS

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TOWER PROFILE

A Face B Face C Face

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Face of tower

Leg of towerFoundation

TOWER FACE, LEG, AND FOUNDATION VIEWS (ORIENTATION - A)

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Face of tower


TOWER FACE, LEG, AND FOUNDATION VIEWS (ORIENTATION - B)

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Face of tower


TOWER FACE, LEG, AND FOUNDATION VIEWS (ORIENTATION - C)

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BASE OF TOWER

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TOP OF TOWER

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SITE SIGNAGE

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GUY ANCHOR A

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GUY ANCHOR B

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GUY ANCHOR C

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COMPOUND VIEWS FROM TOWER

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COMPOUND VIEWS FROM TOWER (CONTINUED)

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COMPOUND VIEWS FROM GROUND

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COMPOUND VIEWS FROM GROUND (CONTINUED)

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