# Rhode Island Blocks Manholes With Concrete to Stop Copper Theft

> Rhode Island covers manholes with 700-pound concrete blocks to stop copper wire thefts.
- Title: Rhode Island Blocks Manholes With Concrete to Stop Copper…
- Summary: Rhode Island covers manholes with 700-pound concrete blocks to stop copper wire thefts. Rhode Island blocks manholes with 700-pound concrete to stop copper…
- Keywords: rhode island, copper theft, manhole covers, concrete blocks, ridot, streetlights, wires, theft prevention, cars, technology, Rhode, Island
- Source: The Drive — https://thedrive.com/news/copper-thieves-keep-stripping-streetlight-wires-these-700-pound-concrete-blocks-should-help
- Author: Adam Ismail
- Published: 2026-11-02T18:39:35+00:00
- Read time: 1 min
- Topics: rhode island, copper theft, manhole covers, concrete blocks, ridot, streetlights, wires, theft prevention, cars, technology
## Rhode Island's Concrete Manhole Blocks
Rhode Island covers manhole covers with 700-pound concrete blocks to stop copper wire thefts.
## Copper Theft Costs Over $1 Million
Rhode Island lost more than $1 million in stolen copper wire annually since copper prices rose.
## AT&T's Response to Theft
AT&T recorded 4,300 wire thefts in California last year and offers rewards for information.
## Key takeaway

Rhode Island blocks manholes with 700-pound concrete to stop copper wire thefts costing over $1 million annually.