Overhead/Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE) is defined as the engineering
processes that involve managing certain risks associated with accurately and
comprehensively identifying, characterizing, and mapping overhead and underground
utility facilities. The benefits include:
- Accurate and timely utility information to the roadway designer
- Possible reduction in utility relocation costs by allowing the designer to make
informed design decisions around potential utility conflicts
- Possible reduction in unexpected conflicts with utilities which can cause construction
delays, damages, service disruptions, claims, and even injuries or lost lives