Overhead Wiring

[Ebixler]

Looking for some feedback on best method along with associated materials as I’m having a hard time with both and the input I’m getting from the local contractors in my area seems to vary too much for my liking. Situation as follows:
Need to get one 20 amp 120 volt circuit to a storage “shed” that is approximately 15’x8’ for basic lighting and exterior gfci. While both buildings are single story wood construction it is a commercial building. Distance from main building to the shed is 6’ and ground is paved and it is a pathway that dolly’s traverse. For several reasons I am trying to avoid going underground and keep things cost effective as it is a local food bank. I’m looking for input on how best to get power to the shed overhead as well as possible links to associated materials. Never had to deal with something like this and the requirements in the book seem a little much for what is needed and regardless of my thoughts on this I am having a very hard time finding the parts needed per my interpretation of the code particularly guy wire assembly.
thanks in advance to anyone who takes the time to help. Very much appreciated.

 

[zbang]

A single piece of rigid conduit overhead should do the job.

 

[LarryFine]

Overhead triplex, like the power company uses, but smaller. Wedge clamps in eye-bolts. Split bolts wrapped in tape. You may need masts with weatherheads for height. SE or UF cable if no conduit.

 

[augie47]

Only 6 ft ??
Conduit or a #10 UF cable on a messenger wire. UF must have sunlight resistant listing)

 

[Ebixler]

A single piece of rigid conduit overhead should do the job.

I remembered that being acceptable but could not find anything to substantiate in the book

 

[zbang]

Look for some reason it wouldn't be OK? As long as it's supported properly, you should be fine. Actually, EMT should be OK, too.

 

[Another C10]

A single piece of rigid conduit overhead should do the job.

That would be a great idea, just strut each side for anchoring, It wouldn't look any worse than a floppy piece of wire blowing in the wind.
Just make sure its a solid piece, no couplings mid span.

 

[Another C10]

EMT should be OK

until some kid decides to do pull ups on it.

 

[Another C10]

I remembered that being acceptable but could not find anything to substantiate in the book

I've done something similar to this and ended up creating a 3ft seismic section of seal tight between the two separate structures.

 

[LarryFine]

I didn't catch the relatively short distance.

 

[Hv&Lv]

5’ 11 7/8 a piece of liquidtite would work

 

[kwired]

I remembered that being acceptable but could not find anything to substantiate in the book

If only spanning six feet you are under the max distance for supporting methods. Even EMT would work, but around here if snow or ice falling off a roof is likely, will be a much greater chance of it damaging EMT than RMC/IMC in that kind of situation.