Truck snags power line in White Rock

Published on August 14, 2025

About half of White Rock is without electricity while journeymen linemen from the Los Alamos Department of Public Utilities (DPU) work to repair a power line that was pulled down when a large truck snagged it while driving near Piñon School.

The incident, which leaves 907 customers without power, occurred shortly after 8:30 a.m. DPU’s crews are aiming for the repair to be completed by 11 a.m.

Reminder from DPU

Never go near downed power lines! Always assume they are live and dangerous. Call 911 or DPU at (505) 662-8333 immediately.

DPU can be reached at (505) 662-8333 during business hours, by email at CustomerCare@lacnm.us, or in person during business hours (M-F, 8-5) at the Los Alamos County Municipal Building. Urgent issues outside of business hours should be directed to (505) 662-8222. For general input on any utility topic, community members may submit an online form at ladpu.com/feedback.