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customer pole light
customer private underground
customer private overhead
When it comes to power lines and equipment, it is not always obvious if it is the customer’s property or Dawson PPD’s. These four illustrations depict some of the most common scenarios within our service territory.
Remember that 811 Digger’s Hotline only locates public utilities and not customer-owned private lines. Customers are responsible for locating their private underground utilities before starting a project.
OTHER NEWS
Between the lines: It’s the little things
by Gwen Kautz, General Manager gkautz at dawsonpower dot com 308-324-2386 There are so many little things that Dawson Public Power District does to improve not only our safety and reliability of service, but also things that make doing business with us more convenient...
Winter storm safety tips
The Consumer Product Safety Commission reports that 50% of all portable generator-related carbon monoxide deaths occur during the winter months (November - February). Space heaters, whether portable or stationary, account for one-third (33%) of home heating fires and...
Safely connect a generator with the transfer switch rebate
Qualifications The transfer switch must be installed by an electrician according to the National Electrical Code. It must have a center “off” position. Once installed, Dawson PPD personnel will inspect and test the switch to ensure it is working properly. A mechanical...