In the '17 Code the wording in 268.(C)(3) states "an additional rebar extended from its location in the concrete to an accessible location that is not subject to corrision....."
In this area it is practice to use a galvanized ground rod bent to tie to the concrete encased re-bar and terminate outside the footer. Since connector used is rated "DB" is it permissible to make that connection in in the earth or would 268.(C)(3) prohibit that ?
In this area it is practice to use a galvanized ground rod bent to tie to the concrete encased re-bar and terminate outside the footer. Since connector used is rated "DB" is it permissible to make that connection in in the earth or would 268.(C)(3) prohibit that ?