The PUD will be conducting pole testing beginning in May 2016 on circuits out of the Oroville substation. Osmose Utilities Inc. has contracted with the District to provide testing, inspection and treatment of all wood poles in the Oroville area and Molson/Chesaw area.  This work will include some light hand excavation at the base of 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.