WLK Inspections, a pole testing contractor, will be testing utility poles in the Powers Lake, Niobe and Bowbells areas beginning September 27.
WLK employees will be driving a white Chevy pickup and a UTV along the roads, in yards and also be on foot. Their vehicles will be marked with BDEC logos. They may try to contact you directly if they will be in your yard. Please be aware of these workers and drive carefully.
Periodic inspection of the distribution and transmission poles installed within our system is a key component of Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative's Operations and Maintenance Plan.
Most utility poles are made of wood and their constant exposure to the environment takes a toll. Wind, moisture and soil conditions all can distress or decay wood. Regular pole inspection helps to spot and take care of any problems before they become critical situations.
Testers inspect the pole making sure that there are no broken grounds, insulators, lightning damage, or decay. The pole testers also take note of potential hazards such as staples, nails and tacks used to hang signs, as well as signs themselves. These items can pose a danger to Burke-Divide Electric Cooperative's line workers. The testing process only takes a few minutes per pole and does not affect your electric service.
Please contact our office at 1-800-472-2983 with any questions.
Pole Inspection Map
(Pole testing in Townships in RED.)
