What happens when trees and vegetation remain in the ROW?

  • Causes power outages
  • Causes lights to blink
  • Obstructs visual inspections, making repairs difficult and costly
  • Blocks access for maintenance and repairs, causing delays
  • Wastes electricity by drawing it to the ground
  • Becomes a fire hazard
  • Becomes a safety hazard for utility workers and members
  • Children and adults should never climb, trim, or touch trees that contact power lines!
Category: Right of Way Maintenance FAQ