Tree safety assessment request

This form is not for emergencies. Call 911 if a tree is smoking, sparking, or burning. If you have concerns, contact us.

For a safety assessment of trees or vegetation near overhead lines or hydro poles, complete and submit this request.

* = Required field

Tree/vegetation information

This location is on *

private property public property

Tree/vegetation location or address *

(legal description; civic address; lot block plan; river lot; section township range)

City, town, or municipality *

Postal code

Choose the closest Customer Service Centre *

If you are unsure of the Customer Service Centre, find it here.

Manitoba Hydro must call ahead for access to the location *

Yes No

Helpful information

If you can safely provide any of the following details, it can be very helpful for us to find the problem tree.

Pole barcode (if applicable)

See sample of pole barcode.

MH number on electricity meter (if applicable)

See sample of electricity meter MH number.

Select a description that best describes the situation *

a tree is leaning close to overhead lines or hydro pole
a tree is leaning over or on overhead lines or hydro pole
overhead lines run through tree branches
vegetation is growing on overhead lines or hydro pole

Provide details about the tree/vegetation, its location, and any access barriers *

(for example: 2 oak trees on the northeast corner of Main St. and First Ave., locked gate)

Contact information

This request is being submitted by: *

property owner arborist

Name *

Business name

Phone *

Email *

Required photos

Upload 2 photos that clearly show:

a clear view of the overhead line or pole in the tree or vegetation;
the entire tree, including the ground, hydro poles and overhead wires, and any nearby buildings.

Attach first photo: *

Attach second photo: *

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