Bastrop Power & Light (BP&L) provides electrical services to residents in the BP&L service territory. BP&L is responsible for the City’s 7200-volt electric distribution system. There are 41.4 miles of overhead electrical lines and 4.8 miles of underground electrical lines, which provide services to approximately 2,735 customers. Lower Colorado River Authority (LCRA) generates the electricity purchased by BP&L, acts as the liaison to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) on behalf of BP&L, and provides engineering studies and infrared and visual inspections that help pinpoint required system maintenance. LCRA also provides mutual assistance during disasters providing manpower and equipment, when needed.
In addition to maintaining the electrical distribution system, Bastrop Power & Light is responsible for electrical outages, customer requests or concerns, street lighting and construction of electrical line extensions to new customers and Capital Improvement Projects. Below are BP&L's Electrical Service Standards in accordance with Ordinance 2019-45 and Chapter 3-Building Regulations, Article 3.05-Electricity, Division 2-Electrical Code from the City of Bastrop Code of Ordinances.
Bastrop Power & Light Electrical Standards
Electrical Standards - Primary Service
Electrical Standards - Secondary Service
Electrical Standards - Street Lighting
Chapter 3-Building Regulations, Article 3.05-Electricity, Division 2-Electrical Code
Bastrop Power & Light Forms
Electrical Needs Checklist - Used for Building Permit Applications
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