Tenn. Code Ann. § 54-5-852: Definitions for Sections 54-5-851 - 54-5-856

As used in § 54-5-851 , this section and §§ 54-5-853 - 54-5-856, unless the context otherwise requires:

(1) "Approximate vertical and horizontal locations of underground utility facilities" means the depth below the existing ground line in accordance with the best information available to the owner, and the location on a strip of land at least four feet (4') wide but not wider than the width of the utility facility plus two feet (2') on either side of the utility facility;

(2) "Calendar days" means all days shown on the calendar;

(3) "Complete project plans" means the plans, including existing topography and proposed grades, that have been developed by the department for use in acquiring rights-of-way and/or negotiating with owners for installation, relocation or adjustment of utility facilities relative to construction. Additions or changes to the plans shall be given to the utilities as soon as they are available;

(4) "Construction" means the work required to construct or reconstruct a highway in accordance with the plans and specifications;

(5) "Department" means the Tennessee department of transportation;

(6) "Highway" means a highway, road, or street that will be the subject of construction pursuant to a contract to be entered into between the department and a contractor;

(7) "Owner" means the owner, operator, user or joint user of utility facilities; and

(8) "Utility facility" means lines, pipes or other systems used, available for use, or formerly used to transmit or distribute communications, electricity, gas, liquids, steam, sewerage, or other materials.