Trees

The City of Ashland Electric Department provides tree inspection services to help ensure safe and reliable electric service to your community.


When trees grow too close to power lines, they can interrupt electric service to you and your neighbors. This is especially true during periods of strong winds, ice, and snow. 

Our goal is to maintain a balance between safe and reliable electric service and the health of your trees. Tree crews are trained in modern tree trimming techniques and safe work practices.

Two trees on a white background, to the right of a power line
  • Plant trees that exceed 25 ft. at maturity at least 50 ft. back from overhead power lines. 
  • Plant trees and shrubs that do not exceed 25 ft. at maturity at least 20 ft. back from overhead power lines. 
  • Plant deciduous trees on southeast and southwest exposures for summer shade and winter sun. 
  • Plant evergreen trees to provide winter windbreaks 

For more information about right tree, right place, please visit The Arbor Day Foundation website at arborday.org/planning-selection-location 

Pad Mount Transformers

Ground-Mounted Transformers

Transformers are high voltage electrical equipment that require an 8 ft. front clearance, with a 3 ft. side and rear clearance from all vegetation and fences. 

Meters

Household Electric Meters

Meters are high voltage electrical equipment that require a 6.5 ft. clearance from the ground up, and an additional 1.5 ft. on each side of the meter face. 

  • Never climb trees near power lines and never climb a utility pole for any reason. When working outside with antennas, ladders, and other long handled tools, remember to always look up to see if power lines are near. 
  • Never trim limbs or remove trees around power lines. Call the City of Ashland Electric Department at 541-488-5357 for assistance. 
  • Do not attempt to remove branches or trees that have fallen on lines. 
  • 48 hours prior to planting or digging, call 811 to have underground utilities located at no cost to you.  


Please contact us to request a tree trim evaluation. This service is provided at no cost to you.

Phone: 541-488-5357

Email: electric@ashlandoregon.gov