Anchor Base Steel Light Poles for Commercial Parking Lots & Site Lighting
An anchor base steel light pole is one of the most common choices for commercial parking lot and site lighting. These poles install using a base plate that bolts to a concrete foundation, creating a secure setup that’s also serviceable for future replacements.
This collection is built for electrical contractors and facilities teams that need dependable pole-mounted lighting support for commercial and industrial environments.
Where Steel Anchor Base Poles Are Commonly Used
Steel anchor base poles are commonly installed for:
· Parking lots and retail centers
· Warehouses and industrial properties
· Perimeter and security lighting
· Replacement projects with existing concrete foundations
· Commercial sites standardizing pole-mounted lighting
What to Consider Before Ordering an Anchor Base Steel Pole
Key project considerations include:
- Pole height and fixture selection: Choose height based on spacing, output, and coverage goals
- Foundation/bolt pattern details: Confirm anchor bolt size and spacing so the base plate matches existing bolt circle
- Finish/color match: Confirm dark bronze, black, white, or existing site finish requirements
- Mounting compatibility: Verify tenon size and bracket/arm needs for your fixture type
- Wind load (EPA): Make sure the pole rating matches the fixture/arm projected area
Steel Anchor Base Poles FAQs
1. What is an anchor base steel light pole?
It’s a steel pole that bolts to a concrete foundation using a base plate.
2. Why choose anchor base instead of direct burial?
Anchor base poles are commonly used where foundations already exist and where future pole replacement is easier.
3. What measurements matter most for anchor base replacements?
Pole height, top mounting details (tenon/arm), and foundation bolt circle.
4. What is bolt circle / bolt pattern and why does it matter?
It describes the anchor bolt spacing/layout on the foundation and must match the pole’s base plate.
5. Are steel anchor base poles common for parking lots?
Yes—steel is one of the most common materials for commercial parking lot poles.
6. Can I use bullhorns or multi-arm brackets on steel poles?
Yes—multi-fixture setups are common, but they depend on the pole top configuration and hardware compatibility.
7. What is EPA and why does it matter?
EPA (effective projected area) affects wind loading. The pole must be rated for the fixture/arm combination.
8. Can you help match a replacement pole to an existing foundation?
Yes—share your bolt spacing, pole height, and top mounting details and we can help match the configuration.
