It's noteworthy that about a year ago, a temporary tower being used by a Notre Dame football videographer collapsed in a windstorm, killing the worker. This happened in South Bend, Indiana. It seems that Indiana may have an enforcement problem.
You are a European manufacturer hoping to penetrate the U.S. market. Based on the basic questions you are asking on this forum, I strongly suggest you employ engineers experienced in U.S. codes and practices. I fear that you are destined for frustration.
I'm surprised to hear that the municipal water authority is using copper pipe for its underground service. Is this common? I would have expected iron pipe to be preferred.
