How Deep Should a Tetherball Pole Be Placed?
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Bury 15 Percent of the Pole Length
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Tetherball poles are typically constructed of steel pipe. For a secure, long-lasting tetherball pole, dig a 2-foot-deep hole in the area you plan to play (for a 12-foot pole). Pour a small cement base at the foot of the hole about 9 inches thick. Insert the pole halfway into the cement, then back-fill the hole with dirt.
Tetherball Poles Should Be Moveable
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A tetherball pole need not be placed into the ground at all. Simply mix one large bag of cement, and fill an old automobile tire completely with the cement. Then insert your pole in the cement in the center of the tire. Allow 24 hours for the cement to set.
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Bottom Line
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The best way to erect a tetherball pole depends largely on the useage intended for the device. If installed in a permanent location such as a large community playground, a tetherball pole buried in cement is the safest method. When erected in a small church or home setting, a tire filled with cement is the best alternative. The key is the permanence desired of the installation.
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