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As underground utility corridors grow more congested, bore planning has become a critical component of successful horizontal directional drilling (HDD) operations. With more utilities being relocated from overhead to underground and right-of-ways becoming increasingly crowded, the risk of accidental utility strikes is on the rise. Effective bore planning is key to reducing these risks and maintaining a smooth, safe installation process.