237130 — Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction
Description
This industry comprises establishments primarily engaged in the construction of power lines and towers, power plants, and radio, television, and telecommunications transmitting/receiving towers. The work performed may include new work, reconstruction, rehabilitation, and repairs. Specialty trade contractors are included in this industry if they are engaged in activities primarily related to power and communication line and related structures construction. All structures (including buildings) that are integral parts of power and communication networks (e.g., transmitting towers, substations, and power plants) are included.
Illustrative Examples
- Alternative energy (e.g., geothermal, ocean wave, solar, wind) structure construction
- Power line stringing
- Cellular phone tower construction
- Radio transmitting tower construction
- Co-generation plant construction
- Satellite receiving station construction
- Communication tower construction
- Nuclear power plant construction
- Telephone line stringing
- Electric light and power plant (except hydroelectric) construction
- Transformer station and substation, electric power, construction
- Electric power transmission line and tower construction
- Underground cable (e.g., fiber optic, electricity, telephone, cable television) laying
Overview Facts
| NAICS Code | 237130 |
|---|---|
| Industry Title | Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction |
| SBA Size Standard | $45,000,000 |
| U.S. Establishments | 7,112 (Census CBP, 2023) |
| IRS PBA Code | 237100 (rolled-up match) |
| Sectors Hierarchy | Sector 23 → 237 → 2371 |
| Source / Verified | US Census 2022 NAICS Manual, Census CBP / 2026-06-28 |
Legacy SIC Concordance
Trace the historical mapping chain from the 1987 Standard Industrial Classification (SIC) to the modern 2022 NAICS code format.
- SIC 1623 - Water, Sewer, Pipeline, and Communications and Power Line Construction (via SIC1987:1623→NAICS1997:23492→2002:237130→2007:237130→2012:237130→2017:237130→2022:237130)
- SIC 1629 - Heavy Construction NEC (via SIC1987:1629→NAICS1997:23493→2002:237130→2007:237130→2012:237130→2017:237130→2022:237130)
Suggested Product Service Codes (Advisory)
The following Product Service Codes (PSCs) are advisory suggestions aligned with this NAICS code. Note: NAICS and PSC codes map to different dimensions of procurement (industry vs. product/service). There is no official binding 1:1 crosswalk.
- PSC C1BG — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: ELECTRONIC AND COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES
- PSC C1MD — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: EPG FACILITIES - HYDRO
- PSC C1ME — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: EPG FACILITIES - NUCLEAR
- PSC C1MG — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: EPG FACILITIES - SOLAR
- PSC C1MH — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: EPG FACILITIES - WIND
- PSC C1MH — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: EPG FACILITIES - WIND
- PSC C1NB — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: HEATING AND COOLING PLANTS
- PSC C1NC — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: POLLUTION ABATEMENT AND CONTROL FACILITIES
- PSC C1ND — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: SEWAGE AND WASTE FACILITIES
- PSC C1NE — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- CONSTRUCTION: WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES
- PSC C222 — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: ELECTRICAL SYSTEMS
- PSC C223 — ARCHITECT AND ENGINEERING- GENERAL: MECHANICAL SYSTEMS
- PSC Y1NE — CONSTRUCTION OF WATER SUPPLY FACILITIES
Source: DoD DPCAP PSC Selection Tool (Ingested: 2026-06-29)
Related Resources & Compliance Guides
Further regulatory reference links for NAICS code 237130:
- Sector 23 Directory Hub — List of related industries in the Construction sector.
- SIC ↔ NAICS Crosswalk Tool — Look up mappings between legacy SIC codes and modern classifications.
- SBA Size Standards Guide — Complete rules and averaging periods for small business classifications.
- Calculating Annual Receipts Guide — Detailed worked example of revenue calculation rules.
- IRS Principal Business Activity Guide — How NAICS codes map to corporate and entity tax filings.
Related Industries in 2371
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Is 237130 a valid 2022 NAICS code?
NAICS 237130 is 'Power and Communication Line and Related Structures Construction', a 2022 U.S. national industry under Sector 23 (Construction); the SBA small-business size standard is $45,000,000.
What is the SBA size standard for NAICS 237130?
The SBA small business size standard for NAICS 237130 is $45,000,000 (based on receipts).
What is the legacy SIC code mapping for 237130?
NAICS code 237130 maps to the legacy 1987 SIC codes: 1623 - Water, Sewer, Pipeline, and Communications and Power Line Construction, 1629 - Heavy Construction NEC.