Currently, SRP crews prune more than 50,000 trees every year. Although directional pruning may not improve tree appearance, we believe it is a reasonable and responsible approach to keeping people and property safe and electric service reliable. However stump grinding and removal is a property owner responsibility. In addition to safety and reliability, SRP is committed to looking after the environment of our region. We recycle most of the tree materials we prune or remove.
Clippings are chipped and used for mulch.
This recycling effort significantly decreases the amount of waste placed into area landfills and SRP's disposal costs. We also conduct our line-clearing activities in a way that protects wildlife, including endangered species such as the spotted owl. Before you plant a tree, get the facts. Knowing what height a tree will reach at maturity will help you make the right decisions now. There are a limited number of trees recommended for planting near power lines.