Our customers depend on us to power their homes, so we’re committed to continuously improve service and reliability across the service territory. We continue to maintain our outstanding service reliability of 99.99%. To maintain the excellent service our customers expect, we acknowledge the need to repair, replace, build, upgrade and extend the electric system. Below, see details about LES' major construction projects in the works.
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Planned Power Outage
Thursday, June 18, 2026: 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Status: On Schedule
LES will be moving power lines to allow a private contractor to safely move an oversized load in southwest Lincoln. Area impacts homes around W. Denton Road and S. Coddington Avenue. Exact area is provided in the map below.
Please prepare for a planned power outage on June 18, beginning at 8 a.m. that may last until 2 p.m. Once the load has safely passed, LES crews will return the power lines to service and restore power to your home or business as quickly as possible.
NOTE: This move requires the coordination of several utilities, state and local agencies, regional transmission authorities and more. Weather or other factors may impact the date and time of this outage. Updates will be made to this page in case of schedule changes.
Padmounted Equipment Inspection Program Map
Some equipment is inspected on a more frequent basis and may not be reflected in the shaded portion of the map displayed above.
The Underground Distribution Asset Management (UDAM) program inspects and performs maintenance on LES padmounted electrical equipment throughout the service territory on a 5 year cycle. This inspection evaluates equipment conditions and determines where targeted construction may be needed to maintain high system reliability. The 2026 inspection will begin in March and work is expected to be complete by the end of 2026. Inspections will be performed by LES crews, as well as crews from our contractor, Kidwell.
SALTILLO RELOCATION PROJECT MAP
In preparation for the Lancaster County Roundabout and Resurfacing Project along Saltillo Road, LES will move existing overhead lines that are in conflict with the roadway project and will install underground cables and at-grade equipment within the project area.
This project will improve the reliability and safety for our customers while improving the aesthetics along Saltillo Road.
ODAM AGI Attachment A 5-Year Cycle Map
The Overhead Distribution Asset Management (ODAM) program improves reliability and safety of the LES electrical system through inspections of our infrastructure. This proactive maintenance results in timely resolution of potential issues.
The ODAM program identifies and addresses any issues before they lead to outages or safety hazards. The program includes two main inspection components: the Above Grade Inspection (AGI) and the Below Grade Inspection (BGI), each following specific cycles to ensure comprehensive coverage across our service area.
Detailed Inspection Cycle
Above Grade Inspection (AGI):
- Cycle: Every 5 years
- Scope: The AGI inspects LES’ overhead equipment attached to wood poles from ground level to pole top. This inspection cycle covers one area in north Lincoln and one in south Lincoln each year, ensuring that all areas within the service territory are thoroughly inspected over a five-year period. We focus on identifying issues such as structural integrity, electrical safety and environmental hazards.
Below Grade Inspection (BGI):
- Cycle: Every 10 years
- Scope: The BGI addresses the condition of the wood poles below ground level. This inspection involves a thorough examination of the poles’ health and includes remedial treatment of the poles to extend their service life and ensure continued safety and reliability.
Coordinated Inspections and Prioritization
The AGI and BGI are designed to work in tandem, with overlapping inspections in certain areas to ensure both above and below ground issues are addressed comprehensively. Work is then prioritized based on the severity of any issues found:
- Priority 1 (Immediate): Issues posing imminent safety or environmental hazards or those likely to cause an outage are addressed within 1-7 days.
- Priority 3 (Medium): Deficiencies that present potential safety or outage concerns but are not immediate are resolved within 30 days.
- Priority 5 (Routine): Issues that do not pose immediate risks are scheduled for resolution within the regular maintenance cycle, typically within three years.
Project start: January 2026
Project completion: Fall 2026
Project Area: UNL Campus, North Bottoms
LES crews and contractors will work along the north side of UNL campus. This project will increase the electrical capacity of the area by converting overhead lines to underground; this will maintain the reliability of the transmission system.
Project Impact: There is a potential for lane closures, sidewalk closures and metered parking closures. The Billy Wolff Trail and Salt Creed Rd will be impacted at certain times during this project.
SW 27th, A-O Street Feeder Project Map
Project start: Spring 2026
Project completion: Fall 2026
LES and contractors will add another feeder circuit to support load growth in the area and support the potential for additional growth. There will be minimal traffic impacts during this project.
