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  2. Tree Planting

Trees provide both curb appeal and energy savings when planted in the right place. Union County Electric urges our members to "look up" and think long-term when planting these trees.

Do not attempt to trim trees in power lines by yourself. Please contact us  for assistance.

Also be aware that transformers need room to breathe to work properly. Our employees need adequate room to access a transformer to perform maintenance and in the case of an outage. When landscaping, please follow the signs that are located on the transformer, as they are their for your safety.

Transformer with Bushes Surrounding

 

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Union County Electric Cooperative
32708 477th Ave
Elk Point, SD 57025

Office: 605-356-3395
Fax: 605-356-3397

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Union County Electric Cooperative exists to provide high value energy to our Members by focusing on delivering safe, reliable, environmentally friendly electricity while promoting energy efficiency through education.

 

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  • Your Coop
    • About Us
    • Cooperative Governance
    • Employees
    • Job Openings
    • Touchstone Energy Cooperatives
    • Annual Meeting
  • Your Account
    • Apply for Service
    • Billing FAQ
    • Capital Credits
    • Energy Assistance
    • Rate Schedule
  • Member Programs
    • Rebates & Incentives
    • Renewable Energy Credit (REC) Program
    • Operation Round-Up
    • Power Supply Tour
    • Youth Programs & Scholarships
    • Co-op Connections Savings
  • Products & Services
    • Complete Home Surge Protection
    • Electrical Wiring Service
    • Generac
    • Security Lights
    • Sense Home Energy Monitor
    • Water Heaters
  • Safety
    • Safety Quiz
    • Grain Bin Clearance
    • Power Line Safety
    • Tree Planting
    • Underground Facilities
  • Energy Expertise
    • Touchstone Energy Savings
    • Energy Audit
    • Electric Vehicles
    • Load Management
    • Solar Energy
  • News