Mickey Mouse Power Line

Mickey Mouse is a rodent who knows no strangers and crosses every culture barrier on the face of the earth. Mickey represents an enormous amount of creativity to say the least, his never ending popularity has afforded the company to do things that would never make it through the board room of most companies so it’s not surprising that the epitome of metal power poles is located right off I-​4 for everyone to see delivering 230,000 volts of clean generated energy to Walt Disney World enhancing the experience for millions of visitors every year.
Disney Imagineer’s provided the design that not only distracts one’s view away from the infrastructure just as it does in the park which demands the power requirements similar to that of a city of 300,000, but it’s the Reedy Creek Improvement District sole responsibility for paying the cost of providing typical municipal services like power, water, roads, fire protection etc. The cooperation and commitment between the Reedy Creek Improvement District and Walt Disney World Company is as strong today as it was when the District was created in 1967. The result is an example of how a working partnership between business and government can be prosperous for both sides, this is the type of relationship that has allow Walt Disney World to move ahead with its vision to turn 38.5 square miles of largely uninhabited pasture and swamp land, into a global destination resort that welcomes millions of visitors every year.

This always brings a smile to my face when I see it. It reminds me of when I was a child and went to Disney for first time. Back then Disney was in control of and built a lot of the infrastructure in the area. Love the shoe and I think it is great to pony out today to my kids.

This is a really cool sight to see as you’re driving down I-4…This is a very cool thing to see if you’ve never seen it before…
It’s worth seeing if you’re in the area… Just don’t stop in the road to look…

I just find this a fun little spot to check in. To me, it doesn’t really signify Disney World. I mean it does, but for the most part, I’m not going to Disney World.
Honestly it signifies to me more traffic jam! Orlando traffic is a bear all the time. It is what it is. After all, everything touristy is here in one spot.
It is still nice to see. How special can it be that I can take a day trip to Orlando. That’s cool. So many fun touristy spots and foodie spots. One can’t get enough!

What is my life coming to? I’m reviewing a power pole because my life is in shambles.
This is a landmark which serves a purpose. As a power pole, it provides a service just like any other power pole; no better, no worse.
As a landmark, it’s a little lame. There is no parking lot to stop and enjoy is beauty. Just a 70MPH drive-​by. Personally, I wouldn’t stop anyway, because I don’t think it’s that interesting. I don’t even like Mickey Mouse. There are tons of Disney characters I do like, but Mickey is not one.
Serving dual purpose as both a landmark, and a power pole is impressive, but not enough to bump it over an average rating.
It does have the ability to get kids in the spirit of Disney. The same feeling that sparks an unimaginable anxiety in parents. The mere thought the amount of money spent on a trip to Disney is enough to spark a myocardial infarction. Why is everything so expensive at Disney? So they can afford to buy power poles.

It occurs to me on re-​reading this a few hours later that my intention of sounding insanely funny just comes off as insanely insane, and perhaps in need of anger management classes (or perhaps way beyond the help of anger management). Therefore, let me be clear, this was an attempt at sounding insane, but funny. It appears I only achieved part of it. Thankfully, this isn’t a real business so I don’t have to care how crazy I sound. I can be weird as I want.
So why am I giving a power line a 1 star review? Easy. The power line is in the shape of a mouse’s head, and the description of a 1 star review is «Eek! Methinks not.» Eek! Get it? No? Shut up then.
This is stupid on so many levels. First of all, that someone created this page. Second, the name is stupid because the power line is not in the shape of Mickey Mouse — the pole is. Good job naming the page, genius. Third, how does one review a freaking power pole. What are we comparing it to? Other power lines? Are we electrical engineers? Structural engineers? Do we know if this power pole operates better than others? Do we know if this power pole has less wind loading? Is more efficient? Cheaper to build? Is it because it’s more interesting and looks cuter? So we judge everything based on looks, do we? How dare we! Chauvinistic pigs, that’s what we are! Judge a utility pole based on its capacity to carry power, not on its resemblance to freaking rodents!
I love Disney. The parks are fun and I am a master at the Buzz Lightyear alien shooting ride in Magic Kingdom, and I challenge any of you to a contest! I’ll wipe the galaxy with you. Sorry-​off topic. Anyway, does Disney need to follow me home. I have escaped the sweltering heat, the Monster’s Laugh Floor constantly making fun of me, the cranky, crying, nose dripping, dirty diaper wearing bacteria infested children/​grandparents, their equally angry, inconsiderate, letting their children scream non-​stop, on their last nerve, needing a shot or 10 of whiskey, parents. In spite of this, I had a great time. But now I’m ready to go home, yet when I try, this freaking power pole reminds me I can never get away. Ever.
I suppose I should be happy that its just the one pole, and that they didn’t design every power pole in and out of Disney to look like this.
And what about Pluto or Goofy? Don’t they deserve a pole? How about Donald Duck? No no, you’re right, he’s an undeserving uncontrollable spitting buffoon.
And what about Minnie? How many years until women get equal recognition as men? Poor Minnie — even the princes get more recognition then her and the only thing the princes ever do is kiss the princess and break a curse. Do they have to put up with Mickey’s insane freaking whistling all the time? That high-​pitched, nails-​on-​a-​blackboard voice? That constant insane giggle? No! And Minnie gets overshadowed by even a utility pole! That is some B.S.
This is how much money Disney has. They can pay for a utility pole that matches their mascot. No one else can do that. They can literally throw away money and design a utility pole — but you all keep on giving them $ 100 a day just to get into the place so as you drive away, you get a reminder that they are literally throwing away your money. That’s what paying for a utility pole is. They have taken your $ 100 and wiped their rear ends with it in front of your very eyes.

Being one that loves the travel I never thought I would be providing a five-​star review to a power pole but kudos to both Disney and Florida Power for erecting this one along I-​4. Some claim it’s a hidden Mickey but truly it’s not as it’s clearly out in the open for the world to enjoy and despite those the place negative comments on here about how folks should not stop to take pictures I disagree for I say stop safely along the shoulder or better yet take exit 62 and stop safely along world Drive and not the ramps and take all the pictures you want to remember this unique power pole. I live close by and even so I still stop to take some unique pictures with the power pole during sunsets, storms, and any time it catches my eye again. It’s a neat item so enjoy and please be safe when stopping to admire and capture those memories.

The food here is very overcooked, and mostly consists of indigenous fowl displayed along the base. Parking is a challenge, as it is left to the creative individual on how to reach the location once it is spotted from the highway. However the view is very attractive.

As someone who has basically lived on Interstate 4 between Orlando and Tampa for almost two decades, there are three landmarks that stand out:
Dinosaur World
The Water Ski Hall of Fame
Mickey Mouse Power Tower
Often when my friends and I travel I-​4 to meet one another, we simply text that we’ve passed one of these spots to let the other know how soon we’ll see them.
Do you think I’d get in trouble if I tried to hit a golf ball through the the center circle? (Don’t worry, if I do attempt this feat… there will be photos shared right here on Unilocal

As far as power towers go, this one is electric. Soaring high above I-​4, this inventive piece of city scape does an amazing job holding power lines. Not recommended for kids.

The best power line around.
The first time we drove by the mickey mouse power line, I yelled out and pointed to Jay. .lock, it’s a hidden mickey… only in Mickey Mouse land can a power line bring joy n a smile… yes, I still smile every time we pass it.

It cracks me up to be able to review this Florida landmark on Unilocal.I was a longtime Metro Orlando resident and still get back to see family every few months. So many visitors over the years notice this unique power pole and comment on it. I have to admit, even though I am not a hardcore Disney fan, it makes me smile too. Sometimes I even wave at it as I leave town.

Always good for a smile! I don’t drive that far west on I-​4 often, so I still get a kick out of seeing it on drives to Celebration or Tampa. It makes for a «magical moment» on the outskirts of Disney property!

The power of «The Rat» is electric!
I have driven by these power lines dedicated to the image of the Disney Dark Lord many times over the years. My family has a time share right across the street from Celebration so it’s hard to avoid. It stands there looming over all of us. We are slaves to The Rat’s beck and call. He reminds us to come and spend ridiculous amounts of money in his parks. Then come back again and spend more. The power of his lure eminates from these power lines, and the grid in his glorious image is there to keep reminding us that he is always watching.
There is no escape. Resistance is futile.

I have been a big fan of Disney ever since I was a little kid. My parents brought us down to Walt Disney World during the summers when we were on family vacations to see the grandparents, and I remember being totally in awe of the happiest place on earth as it developed over the years.
In more recent times I have been totally captivating with the whole «Hidden Mickeys» thing, and have scoured the parks and resorts looking for the famous three-​ring design left behind by those crafty Disney Imagineers. You know the design that I’m talking about… there’s a big center ring, with two smaller rings strategically placed on top and off to the sides to represent the ears? It kinda looks like a cartoon mouse?
Well imagine my surprise when driving across I-​4 from Tampa many years ago and I see this giant power transmission pole on the north side of the highway, just before you get to the town of Celebration. Holy Wowsers, it’s a giant «Hidden Mickey» power pole! I had the urge to slam on my brakes, pull off to the side of the highway and start taking pictures like some crazed tourist. «Look, look, it’s a giant Mickey Mouse Power Pole!!!»
Nowadays I just smile and tip my hat to this awesome Hidden Mickey Power Pole as this is the indication that I’m close to Walt Disney World and that my journey is either starting or coming to a close. Either way, the Hidden Mickey is there to remind me of all the fun to be found in Mouse-​ville. Watch for it – you can’t miss it!

This thing is MicWonderful!
I can still remember the first time I saw it years ago. I just thought it was the coolest thing ever… the best thing since sliced bread!
Unfortunately when you pass it everyday because you live at the exit past it, it very quickly starts to become no big deal.
If you’re visiting Orlando and haven’t seen it before, take that drive down I-​4 and have a look-​see. Especially if you have kids because they are sure to love it.
But tourists, please refrain from slowing down to 5mph and backing up traffic just so you can take a photo of it because us good, hard-​working Orlando folk would just like to get home. Thanks in advance :=)

Kids dig it!
And I must say, it’s pretty cool.

If you live in Orlando and drive on I-​4 down south, then you know the Mickey Mouse shaped power grid near Celebration. I always use when I am heading south as the official sign I am leaving Orlando and then when heading back, my sign for getting close to home.
It may appear random but it had me intrigued a while back so I did some research. As we know, Disney doesn’t really so anything random. This was a symbol of a testament to the power of Disney within Celebration. This town was supposed to incorporate Walt Disney’s vision of an Experimental Prototype Community of Tomorrow or EPCOT. Since it’s inception, Disney has given up most of its control over the city although several Disney related businesses still reside there.
It’s crazy that a power line can say so much, isn’t it?