Loup Generator - Spring 2019

TREE PLANTING GUIDE
Trees that grow into or near power lines can
threaten the safety and reliability of your electric
service. They can cause sparks, fires, and power
outages.
This is especially true with storms that bring
lighting, wind or ice.
Before you plant trees, take a look around to see
how they will affect overhead utility lines as they
grow.
Planting tall-growing trees under utility lines will
require Loup personnel to prune them to maintain
safe clearance.
Where you plant trees can also affect
temperatures in your home.
Deciduous trees on the south, east and west sides
of your home will provide cooling shade in the
summer.
They will lose their leaves in the winter, allowing
the sun to warm your home in the cooler months.
Evergreen trees and shrubs can also help you save
energy by slowing cold winter winds.
How tall will your tree grow? A good rule of
thumb is to plant it at least that far from the
utility lines.
10' 20' 30' 40' 50' 60' 70'
STOP
NO TREE ZONE
No trees within
25' of power lines
CAUTION
SMALL TREE ZONE
Plant trees less than 25'
in height/spread
at least 25' from
power lines
CAUTION
MEDIUM TREE ZONE
Plant trees 25'–40' in
height/spread at least
40' from overhead
power lines
GO
LARGE TREE ZONE
Plant trees larger than
40' in height/spread at
least 60' from overhead
power lines
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