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May is National Electrical Safety Month

May is National Electrical Safety Month

Each year, more than 140,000 electrical fires occur across the nation. Follow these tips to stay safe: Water and electricity don’t mix. You’ve heard this before, but we’ll say it again. Remember that water cannot extinguish an electrical fire. This type is fire is...
Join Dawson PPD at its open house on May 4

Join Dawson PPD at its open house on May 4

(April 24, 2017) Lexington, Neb. – Dawson Public Power District will host its open house on Thursday, May 4. The event, scheduled from 4:00 – 7:00 p.m., will be held at the District’s headquarters in Lexington located just south of the Platte River. The physical...
Dawson PPD awards $3,000 in scholarships

Dawson PPD awards $3,000 in scholarships

(April 18, 2017) Lexington, Neb. – Dawson Public Power District has awarded $3,000 in scholarships to two local graduating seniors. Each senior was presented with $1,500 to help further their education. “We are fortunate to have so many talented youth in the area,”...
#ThankALineman

#ThankALineman

Monday, April 10, 2017 is National Lineman Appreciation Day. These brave men and women put their lives on the line to keep ours powered – rain or shine, day or night. Today and every day, thank a lineman.         April...
Don’t be fooled; avoid utility scams

Don’t be fooled; avoid utility scams

Nobody wants to lose their money through a scam. Dawson PPD has received reports of suspicious phone calls demanding payment or risk having power disconnected. If you receive a phone call requesting payment, please contact Dawson PPD’s offices directly to verify at...
Plant the right tree in the right place

Plant the right tree in the right place

  Trees beautify our neighborhoods, and when planted in the right spot, can even help lower energy bills. But the wrong tree in the wrong place can be a hazard…especially to power lines. Large trees Height/spread of more than 40 feet, such as: Maple Oak...
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