The PUD will be conducting pole testing, beginning in May 2014, on circuits out of the Twisp substation.  Osmose Utilities Inc. has contracted with the District to provide testing, inspection and treatment of all wood poles in the Twisp, Twisp River and Twisp-Carlton Road areas.  This work will include some light hand excavation at the base of the power poles.  Pole testing is done annually to test for defects and structural issues with power poles.  It is a vital operations function to ensure safe and reliable delivery of electrical power to our ratepayer residences and businesses.  We appreciate the cooperation and understanding of our ratepayers while we complete this work.  For information, concerns or questions about pole testing, please contact the PUD’s Right of Way Superintendent, Roy Schwilke, at 509-422-8473 or roys@okpud.org