Transformer Boxes

Do you have an electric transformer box in your yard?

• Keep your distance. Electric transformer boxes house transformers fed by 13,600 volts of electricity.
• Don't plant trees and shrubs too close to it! Roots can grow around underground power lines presenting a potential hazard for anyone that tries to remove that plant.
• To work on the transformers safely, electric linemen need at least 8 feet of clearance in front and 3 feet on the other three sides. 
• DPU staff assess transformer boxes all over Los Alamos and White Rock. If they find a box where access is impeded by vegetation, they will notify the property owner or current occupant.
• If you receive a notification about a box, do not try to remove trees or shrubs on your own! DPU's electric linemen will remove them.
• Even when situated on private property, all transformer boxes are on county electric easements.
• When planting vegetation, call for locates by dialing 811 first, even if a transformer is not in the area. Contact NM811 at least 2 days before digging. You can also submit a locate request online at www.NM811.org. Click on "I'm About to Dig."
• Contact DPU if you have questions at 505-662-8333 or CustomerCare@lacnm.us.