Right-of-Way

Tree clearing, pruning, mowing, and herbicide application are necessary steps we take to ensure greater safety for our workers and the public, and to provide more reliable service for our members. We can do this by keeping the power lines free from obstruction. Per Missouri Statute 537.340, any vegetation within 15 feet of the center power line will be removed.

Goals of the program

• Provide electric power to members safely
• Protect the electric system and reduce power outages
• Minimize negative impacts on the environment
• Comply with federal, state, and local regulations
• Work safely and efficiently
• Foster positive working relationships with our communities

WRVEC’s Right-of-Way Supervisor is available throughout the process, to respond to any questions or concerns you might have.

Missouri legislators passed revised statute 537.340 on August 28, 2009. This statute allows electric suppliers the authority to maintain power line right-of-way by trimming, removing and controlling trees and other vegetation within 15 feet of either side of the centerline of electric lines. All potentially energized at or below 34.5 kilovolts, will be removed per the statute. While the bill authorizes a 60 foot removal area, WRVEC chooses to restrain cutting whenever possible to 30 feet. The bill, Senate Bill No. 958, Section 537.340, can be read in its entirety here.