The steps to restoring power
When a major outage occurs, our crews restore service to the greatest number of people in the shortest time possible – until everyone has power.
- High-Voltage Transmission Lines These lines carry large amounts of electricity. They rarely fail but must be repaired first.
- Distribution SubstationsCrews inspect substations, which can serve hundreds or thousands of people.
- Main Distribution LinesMain lines serve essential facilities like nursing homes and larger communities.
- Individual Homes and BusinessesAfter main line repairs are complete, we repair lines that serve individual homes and businesses.
OTHER NEWS
Between the lines: Got solar? Got power! Not so fast…
Guest column by Cole Brodine, Manager of Engineering So, you just installed a solar renewable generation system. Now, you’ll have power all the time with no interruptions, right? Not so fast! It all depends on a device called an inverter. The typical renewable...
New calling system reports outages faster
A new telephone system will make reporting power outages after regular business hours faster. Known as Interactive Voice Response, or IVR, the automated system will take the customer’s telephone or meter number via keypad to quickly report power outages after business...
Your easement questions, answered
When it comes to our distribution system, all work begins with an easement. The cooperation of our customers — like you — ensure that Dawson PPD’s electric system remains safe and reliable now and for generations to come. “When we propose an easement, we’re looking...