Owensboro Municipal Utilities is committed to providing safe, reliable, and low-cost electric service to our community. Managing tree growth near power lines is an important part of preventing electrical outages and maintaining reliable service.
Each year, OMU and hired contractors work to trim and remove trees and limbs that pose a threat to electric lines. This work, lasting several months, helps ensure safe and reliable electric service. Clearing limbs and trees helps prevent blinking lights in windy weather and outages during rain and ice storms.
Plan Before You Plant
Before planting, be aware of utility easements on your property and choose locations that give trees and shrubs room to grow safely away from power lines and utility equipment. The proper placement of trees and shrubs helps ensure reliable electric service and a safer community.
For tree and planting recommendations, visit the National Arbor Day Foundation at arborday.org.
City Landscaping Ordinances
City of Owensboro Ordinance 76-99 regulates the type, location, and amount of trees or landscaping that may be planted on public property and rights-of-way. Download a copy to learn more.
Tree Trimming You Can Trust
OMU follows nationally recognized tree trimming standards, including ANSI A300 guidelines, using directional and natural trimming methods endorsed by leading arboriculture organizations.
OMU is proud to be a Tree Line USA Utility.
Contact OMU for Tree Trimming Help
For more information about OMU’s tree trimming program or guidance on proper tree and shrub placement, please contact us.