What happens to a utility pole when it gets damaged to the point it can no longer stay up or is simply replaced due to age and wear and tear? Brian Bretsch from Ameren Illinois says you can have one if you want...

Communities or Ameren customers can contact Ameren if they'd like to get an old utility pole for a project. Otherwise, Ameren has a specific process for recycling old utility poles that limits wood waste ending up in landfills.