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# Create linear asset types

# Create linear asset types {#ariaid-title1}

* Release version: Xanadu
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* Updated August 1, 2024
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Create linear asset types to categorize linear assets.

## Before you begin

The following predefined linear asset types are already part of the base system:

* Railroad
* Roadway
* Sewer
* Sidewalk
* Utility cable
* Trail
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Follow these steps to create customized linear asset types.

Role required: sn_eam.enterprise_asset_manager

## Procedure

1. Navigate to Enterprise Asset WorkspaceEnterprise asset estateLinear asset types.
2. Select New.
3. Enter a name for the linear asset type in the Name field.
4. Select a parent for the linear asset type from the Parent list.
5. Select Save.  
   The new linear asset type appears in the Linear asset types related list. If you don't see it in the related list, select the Refresh List icon on the right side of the page.

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