Optical fiber cable installation having an optical fiber cable disposed in a trench and related method

Abstract

An installation includes pavement having a top surface and a trench formed in the pavement. The trench includes a first region having a first width and a second region having a second width that is less than the first width. The first region is closer to the top surface than the second region. An optical fiber cable is disposed in the second region of the trench. A tape is disposed in the first region of the trench and covers the optical fiber cable. The tape has an upper surface and edges along a length thereof. A sealant is applied along the length of the tape, and the sealant covers the edges of the tape and at least a portion of the upper surface of the tape. The top surface of the pavement defines a plane, and the upper surface of the tape is recessed from the plane.

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