Built for the Demands of Full-Shift Grading and Layout Work
The Site-Pro 11-SCR16-C is a 16-foot fiberglass leveling rod engineered specifically for construction crews that need accurate, readable sightings across long shifts and varied terrain. Non-conductive fiberglass construction makes this rod safe to use near overhead utilities and in wet conditions where a metal rod would be a liability. Whether you are setting grades for a foundation, verifying cut-and-fill on a highway corridor, or establishing benchmark elevations across a large commercial site, the SCR16-C delivers the length, legibility, and durability professional crews demand.
Overview and Jobsite Applications
At 16 feet, the SCR16-C covers the elevation range required for most civil grading, site development, and utility work without the bulk of a longer sectional rod. The rod ships as a single rigid unit, eliminating the alignment error and wear points that accumulate over time in telescoping or folding designs. The CR-series profile features rounded back corners and integral stand-off ribs that prevent the rod from rotating while it is being held against an uneven surface, keeping the face square to the instrument even when the rodman is working on side slopes or irregular fill. Inches graduations are stamped and painted to meet the visibility standards that contractors expect when working with automatic levels and total stations at distances up to the full operational range of the instrument.
Key Specifications
- Model: Site-Pro 11-SCR16-C
- Length: 16 feet
- Graduation units: Inches
- Material: Fiberglass (non-conductive)
- Profile: CR easy-grip with rounded back corners
- Anti-rotation feature: Integral stand-off ribs
- Construction: Single-piece rigid rod
- Graduation style: High-contrast stamped and painted markings
- Application: Construction grading and layout
Key Features
- Non-conductive fiberglass: Safe for use in proximity to electrical hazards and overhead power lines
- CR easy-grip profile: Ergonomic cross-section reduces rodman fatigue during extended sighting operations
- Integral stand-off ribs: Prevent rod rotation on irregular or sloped ground, maintaining face alignment without constant manual correction
- Rounded back corners: Protect the rod from chipping and edge damage when set down on concrete, aggregate, or rough terrain
- Single-piece construction: No joints or locking collars to introduce alignment error or mechanical failure in the field
- High-contrast inch graduations: Clearly legible at maximum instrument range under typical daylight field conditions
- 16-foot capacity: Adequate elevation range for the majority of site development, foundation, and utility grading tasks
Job Applications
Site Grading and Earthwork: Use the SCR16-C to rod cut-and-fill shots across residential subdivisions and commercial pads where an auto level or laser receiver is controlling grade. The 16-foot length handles significant elevation differentials without requiring the crew to break the setup and move the instrument.
Foundation and Footing Layout: Set benchmark elevations and verify footing depths on concrete pours. The rigid single-piece design means there is no telescoping slop to introduce error when the inspector is reading bottom-of-excavation shots.
Utility and Pipeline Installation: Grade checking in trenches for sewer, storm, and water main installation. The non-conductive material is a job-site safety requirement wherever overhead or underground electrical hazards exist near the work corridor.
Road and Highway Construction: Subgrade verification, curb-and-gutter layout, and pavement grade checks along roadway alignments. The anti-rotation ribs keep the rod stable when the rodman is standing on a sloped shoulder or cross-slope surface.
Compatible Accessories
- Site-Pro Fiberglass Rod Level (Bull's-Eye) — keeps the rod plumb for more accurate vertical readings
- Site-Pro Rod Target and Clamp — improves visibility for long-distance sightings with automatic levels
- Site-Pro Carrying Bag for 16-Ft Rods — protects the rod during transport and storage
- Site-Pro Aluminum Turning Plate — provides a stable benchmarking surface on soft or uneven ground
Related Guides
- How to Choose the Right Leveling Rod Length for Your Project
- Fiberglass vs. Aluminum Grade Rods: Which Is Right for Your Crew?
- Setting Up and Reading an Automatic Level with a Grade Rod
- Leveling Rod Care and Storage Best Practices
Frequently Asked Questions
- Is the SCR16-C safe to use near power lines?
- Yes. The rod is constructed from fiberglass, which is non-conductive. This makes it the appropriate choice for work near overhead utility lines, electrical vaults, or any environment where contact with an energized conductor is a risk. Always follow your site's safety plan regardless of rod material.
- What does the "CR" designation mean on Site-Pro rods?
- CR refers to the easy-grip cross-sectional profile used on this rod series. The profile features rounded back corners and molded stand-off ribs that make the rod more comfortable to hold over extended periods and prevent it from rotating against uneven surfaces during a sighting.
- Will this rod work with my automatic level and laser level?
- The SCR16-C is compatible with optical automatic levels that read direct inches graduations. For laser levels, you would use a laser detector/receiver clipped to the rod face rather than reading the graduations directly. Confirm that your instrument reads inches rather than tenths-of-a-foot if switching from a metric or decimal-foot rod.
- Can I use this rod for precise surveying or is it strictly a construction grade tool?
- The SCR16-C is designed and graduated for construction grading and layout accuracy, not for geodetic or high-precision survey control work. For ALTA surveys, topographic surveys requiring sub-hundredth accuracy, or control-network work, a precision Philadelphia-style or direct-reading rod calibrated to tighter tolerances is the appropriate choice.
