Patent ID: 7308776
Filing Date: 2007-12-18
Classification: E01F,E02D,E04H

Abstract:
1. A post anchor footing, comprising: a body of resilient and elastic rubber-like material, having an upper portion contiguous with a lower portion, and an upper end and a lower end when disposed vertically, the upper portion having a square cross-section of constant area, and the lower portion forming a truncated pyramid with four sides sloping inward from the lower end to a juncture with the upper portion; and an elongate member extending into the body from said upper end of the body; wherein the body, buried below ground with the upper end exposed, provides a resilient and stable anchor for a post or pole securely fastened to the elongate member at the upper end of the body, the elastic and resilient body allowing movement of the post or pole without dislodging the body from the ground, and the square cross section reduces twisting within the ground.