Whether you are building a new structure or upgrading an existing service, it is important to communicate with Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative (BDEC) while in the planning stages.

Before any construction takes place regarding the need for new electrical service or changes to existing service, contact BDEC.

Are you planning to add electric heat to your home or workspace? Installing an electric grain dryer? Call BDEC FIRST!

Then, BDEC will be able to ensure placement of any structures will not be near power lines. Safe clearance is essential for all structures. For example, the National Electrical Safety Code requires an 18-foot minimum vertical clearance from the highest point of the filling port of a grain bin to nearby high-voltage wires and a 55-foot minimum distance from the power line to the grain bin wall.

If you are considering a plan for a new grain bin or reconstruction of an existing bin’s site, please let us assist you in maintaining a safe environment for you and your family.

We will also make sure the proper electrical equipment is in place to serve any new loads. An upgrade to your electrical service may be required.

BDEC strives to provide affordable, reliable electricity every day. But when members add items that demand a greater amount of electricity, the current system may need to be adjusted.

So, contact BDEC when adding anything requiring a greater amount of electricity to verify the service provided
by the cooperative will be sufficient.

And call ahead of time! It’s important to be able to plan and implement any changes in the system before the project
is completed.

By working together, we can do great things!

And, if you are planning to dig, be sure to call 811 so underground facilities can be marked.

Numerous utility lines may be buried on your property, ranging from electric and telephone lines to water and sewer
lines, but North Dakota One Call will help you locate these lines before your project begins.

Contact North Dakota One Call and utility line owners will locate and mark their lines. These locates do not include any
lines you may have installed to your private facilities, such as detached garages, wells or yard lights.

Go online at www.ndonecall.com or call 800-795-0555 or 811.