We provide professional, safety-focused Hydro Clearing services for transmission and distribution corridors throughout British Columbia and Alberta. Our experienced teams specialize in vegetation control, danger tree removal, and full corridor maintenance for hydroelectric utilities, municipalities, and independent power producers.
Whether it’s routine right-of-way clearing, wildfire mitigation, or emergency storm response, we ensure your electrical infrastructure remains safe, accessible, and compliant with regulatory standards.
What Is Hydro Clearing?
Hydro Clearing, also known as Utility ROW Clearing or Transmission Line Vegetation Management, involves the removal or trimming of trees, brush, and other vegetation near hydroelectric infrastructure, powerlines, substations, and access roads. The goal is to maintain safety, ensure uninterrupted power delivery, prevent outages, and reduce wildfire risk in utility corridors.
This work is critical for:
- Transmission & Distribution Line Safety
- Right-of-Way Access & Visibility
- Wildfire Risk Reduction
- Regulatory Compliance (BC Hydro, Fortis, ATCO, AER)
- Environmental and Wildlife Impact Mitigation
Our Hydro Clearing Services Include:
Utility Right-of-Way (ROW) Clearing
Manual and mechanical clearing of brush, trees, and vegetation along power line routes, access roads, substations, and hydro dams.
Danger Tree Assessment & Falling
Certified fallers assess and remove hazard trees that could fall onto lines or access infrastructure due to windthrow, rot, or lean.
Vegetation Control & Brush Cutting
We use chainsaws, brush saws, mulchers, and herbicide-free manual control methods for low-impact, sustainable vegetation management.
Wildfire Mitigation & Fuel Reduction
We help utilities and municipalities meet FireSmart and Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) standards with fuel load removal and spacing of vegetation near critical infrastructure.
Remote and Aerial Access Projects
Crews trained for remote hydro sites, including heli-access and high-elevation ROWs where traditional access is limited or unsafe.
Emergency Storm Response & Restoration Support
Available 24/7 for post-windstorm or wildfire clearing, downed tree response, and immediate danger tree removal to support utility restoration crews.
Inspection, Mapping & Reporting
Detailed documentation, GIS mapping, and compliance reporting to meet BC Hydro, AER, Fortis, and municipal utility standards.
Regions We Serve
We provide hydro and utility clearing services across key regions in:
British Columbia:
- Peace Region (Fort St. John, Dawson Creek, Chetwynd)
- Central Interior (Prince George, Quesnel, Williams Lake)
- Columbia-Kootenay (Cranbrook, Fernie, Castlegar)
- Coastal BC (Sunshine Coast, Squamish, Vancouver Island)
Alberta:
- Northwestern Alberta (Grande Prairie, Fox Creek, High Level)
- Central Foothills (Hinton, Whitecourt, Edson)
- Southern Alberta (Pincher Creek, Crowsnest Pass, Fort Macleod)
Why Choose Wild Timber for Hydro Clearing?
Certified Crews & Safety-Driven Approach
All field staff are fully trained in utility safety procedures, faller certification (BCFTS), danger tree assessment, and OH&S protocols. COR-certified and fully insured.
Utility-Specific Experience
We’ve worked with BC Hydro, ATCO, Fortis, and municipal power departments on both contract maintenance and emergency response programs.
Environmentally Responsible
We use minimal-impact clearing techniques and follow BC and Alberta environmental guidelines to protect sensitive ecosystems and wildlife habitat.
Reliable and Scalable Operations
From small-town municipal ROWs to large-scale transmission corridors in remote terrain, we scale crews and equipment to meet your scope.
Year-Round Availability
We operate in all seasons — offering winter brush work, summer danger tree falling, and wildfire-season standby support.
Contact Us for Hydro Clearing Services
If you need a dependable, experienced hydro clearing contractor in BC or Alberta, partner with Wild Timber. We offer professional ROW maintenance, vegetation management, and emergency response to keep your infrastructure safe and operational year-round.