We understand our customers and members of the communities we serve are concerned about receiving reliable, safe energy. This summer we’ve been hit with a series of severe storms that has resulted in power outages, frustration and unacceptable hardships for our customers. We are committed to improving our electric reliability. To do so, we have started to accelerate infrastructure work across Southeast Michigan including in Inkster.
After a recent review of reliability in Inkster, the community experienced outages due to trees interfering with power lines and other electrical equipment. These tree-related outages were heightened by the multiple severe storms that impacted the Inkster area this summer. In addition to the tree-related outages, sub-transmission issues and animal interference also resulted in outages on Inkster circuits.
Actions we’re taking to improve reliability
Here is a look at where we are planning the infrastructure improvements in Inkster.
Accelerating tree trim efforts in the area
Completing further analysis
Upgrading and replacing poles, cross arms and other equipment as needed
Project timeline
Work is expected to begin in early September and be completed by Dec. 31, 2021.
Benefits to community
Improve reliability for about 3,080 customers in Inkster
Fewer outages
Shorter restoration time
Improved resiliency of the electric system during severe weather conditions
Support future growth in the area
Inkster reliability improvement updates and other useful information
- DTE installs new pole after vehicle accident damage in Inkster
- Planting the right tree in the right place can protect power reliability in Inkster
- We restore your power first, then the energy grid in Inkster
- DTE increases tree trim investment by $70 million to improve reliability throughout Inkster and Southeast Michigan.
- Answers to your questions about our tree trimming practices.
- Why doesn’t DTE bury all the power lines in Inkster? Here’s why.