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Tree Attachments and Wildfire Safety

To help prevent wildfire and improve system safety, we’re expanding efforts to protect the areas around our powerlines and equipment.

What is a utility tree attachment?

A utility tree attachment is when powerlines or other utility equipment are attached directly to a tree instead of a utility pole or being placed underground. While these attachments were allowed in the past, they no longer meet current safety and regulatory standards. We appreciate your partnership as we work together to create a safer, more resilient energy system.

What we're doing

Powerlines or other equipment attached to trees must be detached and reconnected to power poles or relocated using another approved method. This work also includes additional tree and brush clearing near powerlines, installing fire-resistant equipment and visually inspecting powerlines and equipment, including in high-risk areas such as the Mt. Hood corridor.

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As part of this work, we may need to:

Install new power poles or equipment
Clear trees or vegetation near powerlines
Dig to safely access or install equipment

Why we're doing it

Keeping our customers and communities safe is our top priority, especially as wildfire risk increases across the region. Removing tree attachments helps:

Meet current safety and regulatory standards
Reduce wildfire risk
Improve system reliability
Protect property

What this means for property owners

When work is required on private property, PGE will contact property owners before starting and work to minimize impacts whenever possible. In most cases, PGE will design and install an overhead solution at no cost to the property owner.
Options may be available, including underground service, but those options may result in additional project costs which could be the responsibility of the property owner. If you have a preferred option, sharing that with us early helps us plan the best solution for your property.