You can help us keep our power lines clear of trees by following better practices when you plant trees. With lifespans ranging from 50 to 5,000 years, you’ll want to plant your tree in a place where it can flourish long-term, not under power lines.
- Don’t plant trees within 25 feet of CWEP power lines.
- Only shrubs or small trees (growing less than 20 feet high) should be planted within 25 feet of power lines.
- Don’t plant any vegetation around CWEP ground equipment, such as poles, transformers, or junction boxes.
- Call "811" before you dig to locate any buried utility lines.
- Report any trees growing into power lines or other CWEP equipment immediately to (417) 237-7300.
- Never trim these trees yourself.
- We highly recommend that you contact a tree professional to assess any tree trimming needs on your property. They can then contact CWEP at (417) 237-7300 when action is needed. If damage to CWEP infrastructure is caused by the private felling or trimming of trees, the member is responsible for repair costs.
Follow these tree-planting guidelines to ensure the safety of your tree and nearby power lines:
