Lamar County · Texas
Tree removal in Powderly, TX
Powderly: 2 National Weather Service storm reports near it that mention trees, 2016–2025, gusts up to 58 mph. Answers for a damaged or risky tree, and a free line to local tree services.
- storm reports with trees near Powderly
- 2
- strongest gust in them
- 58 mph
- with trees across Lamar County
- 13
The call is free and commits you to nothing. A provider prices the work after seeing the tree.
Storm record
Near Powderly, 2016–2025
| Reports that mention trees | 2 |
|---|---|
| Most recent | May 20, 2025 · Apr 23, 2021 |
| Strongest gust | 58 mph, estimated |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
Lamar County, 2016–2025
| Thunderstorm wind reports | 26 |
|---|---|
| Of those, mentioning trees | 13 |
| Tornado reports | 8 |
Source: NOAA Storm Events
FEMA risk ratings, Lamar County
| Hurricanes | Very low |
|---|---|
| Ice storms | Very high |
| Strong wind | Relatively moderate |
| Tornadoes | Relatively high |
Source: FEMA National Risk Index
Freezing nights, nearest station
| Nights at or below 32°F | 46 |
|---|---|
| At or below 20°F | 6 |
| Distance to the station | 10 mi |
Source: NOAA Climate Normals
Homes in Powderly
| Households | 530 |
|---|---|
| Detached houses | 8 in 10 homes |
| Owner-occupied | 9 in 10 occupied homes |
| Median year built | 1997 |
Source: Census ACS 2019–2023
If a tree is on a line
| Utilities serving the county | Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC |
|---|---|
| Texas-New Mexico Power Co | |
| Fannin County Electric Coop |
Call the electric utility first and keep everyone away from the line.
All 4 utilities in Lamar County
Source: EIA-861, 2024
Questions for Powderly
- Tree on power linesice storms rated very high in Lamar County
- Who pays?tornado risk rated high
- The neighbor’s tree8 in 10 homes are detached houses
- Clearing a lota small place, about 530 households
- Choosing a crew
- Pruning instead of removal
Rules in Texas
Texas: no statewide tree-work license turned up in our research, so proof of liability insurance and workers’ compensation is the thing to ask for.
Claim complaints: Texas Department of Insurance.