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Castell, TX โ€ข Llano County โ€ข ZIP 76831

Castell, TX 76831 (Llano County) Power Outage

Official American Electric Power (AEP) Field Crew Dispatch & Restoration Bulletin (#16029)

Dispatch: 1-800-672-2231
Estimated Time of Restoration (ETR) Official Telemetry
02:15 AM Target Time
Nov 11, 2026 (Official Target Date)
Started: Nov 09, 06:02 PM โ€ข Estimated Duration: 32.2 Hours โ€ข Load: 6,633
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Grid Telemetry & Feeder Corridors

Castell, TX Affected Areas & Feeder Network

Compiled directly from American Electric Power (AEP) real-time outage management system (OMS).

City / County
Castell / Llano
US ZIP Code
76831
Impacted Meters
6,633 accounts
Classification
emergency

Affected Subdivisions, Avenues & Feeder Circuits

Castell feeder loops, Llano County distribution grid
Incident Root Cause
Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued November 10 at 1:15PM CST until November 11 at 5:20PM CST by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX
Community Dispatch Radar

Is Power Outage Still Down for You?

Live crowdsourced reports from residents in Llano (ZIP 76831).

Still Down: 80% Restored: 20%
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State Public Utility Commission (PUC)

Sustained Outage Bill Credit & Food Spoilage Compensation

Under state utility service standards, residential customers experiencing unscheduled power outages exceeding 4 to 8 consecutive hours may qualify for utility billing credits ($25 - $250) or food loss claim reimbursements from American Electric Power (AEP).

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๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Power Outage & Electrical Hazard Protocol

Civic Preparedness Standards
๐ŸงŠ Refrigerator 4-Hour Rule

Keep refrigerator doors sealed. Unopened, food will remain cold for up to 4 hours; a full freezer maintains safe temperatures for 48 hours.

โš ๏ธ Downed Wire Safety

Never approach downed power lines. Treat all fallen conductors as live (energized) and immediately report to 911 and 1-800-672-2231.

โšก Surge Protection

Disconnect TVs, desktop computers, and smart appliances from wall outlets to safeguard delicate circuit boards against restoration voltage spikes.

๐Ÿ”Œ Portable Generator Rules

Always operate generators outdoors at least 20 feet from windows, doors, and vents. Never connect directly to home wiring without an approved transfer switch.

Regional Utility Infrastructure Analysis

Llano, TX Grid Reliability & Outage Synopsis

An unscheduled interruption in power outage service has been confirmed across the Castell corridor in Llano, Texas (Postal Area 76831). Official telemetry feeds operated by American Electric Power (AEP) show automated circuit breaker reclosers registered a line fault at Nov 09, 2026, 06:02 PM.

The primary operational anomaly is documented as "Flood Warning: Flood Warning issued November 10 at 1:15PM CST until November 11 at 5:20PM CST by NWS Austin/San Antonio TX". Utility dispatch centers have deployed specialized bucket truck lineman crews to isolate downstream feeder branches affecting: Castell feeder loops, Llano County distribution grid.

Current engineering projections establish an Estimated Time of Restoration (ETR) for Nov 11, 2026 at 02:15 AM. If your disruption persists beyond regulatory thresholds mandated by the State Public Utility Commission (PUC), customers are entitled to formal billing deductions and outage claims via our Utility Bill Credit Calculator.

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โ“ Frequently Asked Questions

Official guidance for Castell residents during this incident.

When will power or service be restored in Castell (76831)?

According to American Electric Power (AEP) dispatch telemetry, estimated restoration is currently Nov 11, 2026 at 2:15 AM EST. Field crews and lineman teams are actively inspecting local distribution feeders and transformer circuits.

Who is the utility company responsible for this outage?

This interruption is managed by American Electric Power (AEP). You can contact customer service and reporting lines directly at 1-800-672-2231 or visit their customer portal.

What should I do if my food spoils or appliances are damaged?

Take photos of spoiled food items and note purchase values. Under State Public Utility Commission guidelines, you may submit a formal claim with American Electric Power (AEP) for unscheduled outages exceeding statutory duration thresholds.

How do I report a downed power line or gas odor in Llano?

Always treat downed electrical lines as energized. Maintain at least a 35-foot perimeter and immediately dial 911. For gas leaks, evacuate immediately without touching light switches and call emergency services from a safe outdoor location.