The minimum clearance distance that equipment should be kept away from 50 kV power lines is

A. 20 feet

B. 10 feet

C. 15 feet

D. 5 feet


Answer: B. 10 feet


Explanation:

The minimum clearance distance that equipment should be kept away from power lines of different voltage levels is shown in below table.

Voltage

Minimum clearance distance (feet)

Up to 50 kV

10

50 to 200 kV

15

200 to 350 kV

20

350 to 500 kV

25

500 to 750 kV

35

750 to 1000 kV

45

Over 1000 kV

50





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