Rocky Mountain Power uses drones to monitor electrical equipment in Utah

SALT LAKE CITY — As part of our ongoing efforts to ensure our electrical system is safe and reliable, Rocky Mountain Power will conduct a series of inspections on various transmission, distribution and substation facilities using commercial drones designed for powerline inspections.

Crews will use the drones to inspect facilities in a variety of areas located in Utah, including American Fork, Cedar City, Dixie, Emery, Gunnison, Jordan Valley, Layton, Milford, Ogden, Park City, Price, Richfield, Santaquin, Salt Lake City, Tooele and Vernal.

Drones capture high resolution photos and infrared images that help identify any potential defects or problems with equipment in need of repair.

The inspections will continue in these areas through the end of September.