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Right tree, right place Important

You can help by planting the right tree in the right place.

Before selecting and planting a tree, remember to look up to determine where the tree will be located in relation to overhead utility lines.

A. When landscaping near right-of-way areas, choose low-growth shrubs.

B. Smaller trees can be planted on right-of-way edges, 15 feet from power lines.

C. Medium trees need to be planted at least 35 feet away from lines.

D. Large trees need to be planted at least 45 feet away from overhead lines.

E. Trees planted too close to the lines will always be misshapen, due to pruning of limbs to prevent interference with lines.

Remember, by law, you are required to call the Ohio Utilities Protection Services at 811 or 800-362-2764 before beginning any digging project on your property.