SelecTree: Utility Precautions

Select the Tree Zone (distance from electrical wire) that represents your planting site.

Tall Zone

Medium Zone

Low Zone

Residential Tall ZoneResidential Medium Zone - 35 feet max tree heightResidential Low Zone - 25 feet max tree height Root Damage Zone

 Power line friendly tree species may grow taller than 25 feet due to local growing conditions and may require pruning or removal.

power linesCustomer Information for Overhead Utility Services
See more information on electrical equipment identification and important customer precautions please follow the link below. Extreme care should be taken before any tree planting or tree maintenance is performed. Look up, look down and look around to assess hazards. Prior to digging, call Dig Alert 811 or visit website www.call811.com .

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bookState Clearance Regulations
Trees and other vegetation growing in proximity to overhead utility facilities must adhere to federal and state regulations. These laws address potential vegetation conflicts with public safety, service reliability, and fire prevention. For more helpful information on state regulations and important customer precautions.

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Frangula californica - photo

Frangula californica

Utility friendly tree. Berries are slightly toxic. Sudden Oak Death manifested as leaf spot and twig…

Photo by M. Ritter and J. Reimer