What types of trees and/or plants should be planted near transformers and distribution power lines?
Before you plant a tree or shrub, make sure the location is out of the way of overhead and underground power lines and other utilities. For help locating underground lines in your area, dial 811. Kentucky, Ohio and Indiana Anyone working or lifting within 10 feet of overhead power lines or poles is required to contact the appropriate electric utility. We recommend that you be safe and take the same precautions if the tree or limbs are within 10 of energized wires. To request assistance please call 1-800-521-2232. To report a power outage using our automated reporting system, call our call center at 513-421-9500 or 1-800-634-4300.
