What kinds of trees are often used for utility poles

Question

Types of pine trees?

Answer 1

In the south, loblolly pine is used for utility poles.  Mainly, because a loblolly pine (scientific name Pinus taeda) grows fairly quick and is very sturdy.  They also make 2x4's out of loblolly.  Typically, these trees are grown in plantations and eventually reach "pole size" in about 30 to 40 years.  Once they are cut down and taken to the mill, they are soaked in a chemical called Creosote, which is a preservative (which explains why utility poles last so long).  As far as I know, these poles are shipped all over the U.S.

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

Western Red Cedar and Southern Yellow Pine are the two most common types of wood used in poles.

In the NE US there are still a number of Chestnut and Northern White Cedar still in service.

Also used (especially in the Western US): Douglas Fir, Lodgepole Pine, and Western Larch, but not as extensively as the two listed at the top.

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Answer 3

I often wondered that question too.

Answer 4

Wikipedia says "Many different types of trees can be used to make utility poles, including Douglas fir, Jack Pine, Lodgepole Pine, and Pacific Silver Fir. Western Red Cedar is also popular...".

Answer 5

Lol why do you want to know? Are you trying to practice for the upcoming lumberjack competitions?

I think redwoods if im not mistaken.