Substation Load Tap Changer Replacement and Power Reliability
Price City
Summary
A massive lightning strike just plunged all of Price into darkness! Forget your Netflix binge, this is a real-life blackout. Hope you've got candles and a full phone battery!
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Last discussed Apr 8, 2026.
Impact analysis
Estimated at approximately $300,000 for equipment and labor, with mobile substation alternatives costing up to $480,000.
Price City electricity customers who will receive reliable long-term grid stability once repairs are completed.
Residents and businesses in the west and south service areas who will experience a multi-day power outage during the equipment replacement.
Mentions & discussions (7)
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04-08-2026 CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP AGENDA — April 8, 2026
A worn-out load tap changer at a major electrical substation requires replacement, which will necessitate a multi-day blackout period and expensive backup generation alternatives.
Most of Price, Utah, without power on Thursday
Most of Price, Utah, without power on Thursday KSL
Price City Planned Power Outage for 6/28/2025
Price City Planned Power Outage for 6/28/2025 ETV News
Planned Power Outage for Price City
Planned Power Outage for Price City ETV News
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