Weather Resistant Utility Poles
Weather Resistant Utility Poles
In recent years, a series of weather events have continuously left Texas’ infrastructure in shambles. Residents of the state have become accustomed to the cycle: A powerful storm sweeps through parts of Texas and takes down the electrical system with it. The results? Millions of customers are left without power for days on end[1].
For years, the American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) has encouraged Texans to seek new approaches, materials, and technologies when it comes to hardening the grid; however, the state has continued to receive poor reports year after year. As of 2025, a report from the ASCE[2] revealed that Texas’ infrastructure received a letter C grade, indicating that the system is rated ‘mediocre’ and requires attention.
According to Climate Central[3], of all the major U.S power outages reported from 2000 to 2023, 1,755 (80%) were caused by weather events. With 210 of these weather-related power outages occurring in Texas alone, decision-makers are actively looking for a solution that will strengthen its grid.
StressCrete’s utility poles can provide that solution.
With over 70 years of industry experience, StressCrete’s spun concrete poles provide a solution for multiple types of transmission and distribution applications. With lengths of up to 110’, our spun concrete poles are durable and dependable, engineered to provide the exact strength needed for an application, and offering multiple advantages over alternative materials, as detailed below.
Strength
Our spun concrete poles provide a guaranteed minimum strength for every class type, resulting in a solution that continuously provides reliable strength to withstand the elements for a lifetime of service.
Engineered for Your Specifications
Our spun concrete poles are designed to meet your specific needs – length, strength, and other specifications including mounting holes, apertures, grounding, and much more.
Appearance
Our spun concrete poles are available in the standard gray mold finish. Or, make a statement by using one of our decorative concrete color mixes. Either way, our spun concrete poles are designed to look as good on day one as they do for the lifetime of the pole.
[1] Martinez, A., & Foxhall, E. (2024, July 18). Why Texas’ mass power outages continue to happen. The Texas Tribune. https://www.texastribune.org/2024/07/18/texas-energy-grid-power-outages-climate-change-infrastructure/The Texas Tribune
[2] American Society of Civil Engineers, Texas Section. (2025). 2025 Texas Infrastructure Report Card. https://infrastructurereportcard.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/2025-texas-report-card-full-report-compressed.pdf
[3] Climate Central. (2024, April 24). Weather-related power outages rising. https://www.climatecentral.org/climate-matters/weather-related-power-outages-rising