American Flag Pole Standards

Treat all flags with respect and common sense.

American flag pole standards.

5 x 8 foot american flag 25 feet high flagpole 6 x 10 foot up to 8 x 12 foot american flag 40 to 45 feet high flagpole 8 x 12 foot up to 10 x 15 foot american flags 50 feet high flagpole. The american flag should be at the center and the highest point when displayed with a group of state flags. Flag takes precedence over all other flags when flown within the united states. Flagpoles of these heights typically can fly flags up to 5x8 ft although due to the pole s lightweight residential style a smaller flag which would cause less stress on the pole due to wind is suggested.

If the flagpoles are of different heights the u s. My parents are thinking about putting up a flagpole in their yard we will have to consider this when choosing the location. It should not be flown lower than another flag nor should it be smaller than another flag flown in the same display. The flag when displayed with another against a wall both from crossed staffs should be on the right the flag s own right and its staff should be in front of the other staff.

The state flag is flown in the middle. The fundamental rule of flag etiquette is. As you mentioned you should not allow the flag to be enveloped in darkness. The company or other flag is placed on the righthand pole.