Powering the Bay: ONCOR Energy Infrastructure Upgrades Underway

If you’ve noticed ONCOR trucks or road crews working around town lately - especially along Doaks and Tryall - here’s the good news: it’s all part of a major power upgrade project for Runaway Bay.

ONCOR Energy is investing over $5 million dollars in system improvements across our area to strengthen reliability, reduce outages, and prepare our infrastructure for future growth.

What’s Happening:

Crews are currently replacing transformers, installing new poles, and completing major vegetation management and tree trimming. These upgrades are designed to help protect power lines and reduce storm-related outages that can occur when branches or debris come into contact with the system.

The Big Picture:

This work is part of the City and ONCOR’s ongoing reliability initiative that began after severe winter freezes caused widespread power interruptions years ago. The upgrades also include the construction of a new Runaway Bay substation, which will provide more stable power delivery for homes and businesses throughout the city.

Why It Matters:

These upgrades aren’t just about keeping the lights on. They’ll help prevent outages, improve safety, and reduce liability risks during high winds or freezing weather.

Additional Work Notes:

ONCOR is also working with the City to ensure our water system infrastructure runs efficiently. Currently, only one pump is active, but the city requires two pumps of the same size for optimal performance. Crews are changing out transformers to deliver the correct voltage needed for this setup. At the Port O’Call and Tryall intersection (south side), a three-phase power upgrade is underway to support underground pumps and improve system reliability in that area. These efforts tie directly into the city’s larger goal of maintaining dependable, storm-ready utilities for all residents

You may see ONCOR crews in the neighborhood over the next several months as work continues. Please use caution when driving near work zones and thank the crews for their hard work in keeping Runaway Bay powered and protected!