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Trees & Power Lines

MyOPPD & self-service forms are undergoing maintenance on Sunday (7/19) from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Report power outages at 800-554-6773 & make payments at 877-536-4131

Distribution vs. Transmission

These lines serve different purposes, but trees planted too close to either can cause safety hazards and power outages. OPPD vegetation management differs for each type of line.


Distribution Lines & Trees
Transmission Lines & Trees

Trees & Power Lines

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Save energy at home and help OPPD maintain reliable electric service by planting the right tree in the right place.





Tree planting information
LEARN about tree trimming methods to maintain healthy trees and keep them safely away from power lines. 

Contact OPPD Forestry

To report a tree or power line problem, call 402-536-4131 in Omaha or 1-877-536-4131 outside the metro, or contact OPPD's Forestry Department.

Visit the OPPD Arboretum

Click here to learn more about the OPPD Arboretum

In a beautiful, park-like setting, learn how to plant trees to enhance energy efficiency and avoid interference with electrical equipment at the OPPD arboretum.

Call Before You Dig

Click here to visit the Nebraska811 website

Nebraska: 1-800-331-5666 or 811 nationwide

Nebraska One-Call website 

Iowa: 1-800-292-8989 or 811 nationwide