Hi Bert I am not sure what you mean here.

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the ground conductor from the meter pan, to the distribution panel

Why would we run a ground conductor from the meter to the panel?

The section you are probably asking about is 250.64(C)

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(C) Continuous. The grounding electrode conductor shall be installed in one continuous length without a splice or joint, unless spliced only by irreversible compression-type connectors listed for the purpose or by the exothermic welding process.

Exception: Sections of busbars shall be permitted to be connected together to form a grounding electrode conductor.

Here is a picture that shows what conductor is the Grounding Electrode Conductor and what conductors are bonding jumpers.


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Bob Badger
Construction & Maintenance Electrician
Massachusetts