Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) representatives plan to rebuild approximately 10.5 miles of electric transmission line in Benton and Washington counties. This project strengthens the local electric system and provides more reliable service in northwestern Arkansas. Crews plan to start construction in early fall 2026 and conclude in spring 2027.
Crews plan to install steel single-pole structures.
Typical Structure Height: Approximately 85 feet*
Typical Distance Between Structures: Approximately 700 feet*
Typical Right-of-Way Width: 100 feet*
*Exact structure, height, and right-of-way requirements may vary.
Southwestern Electric Power Company (SWEPCO) serves 535,000 customers in western Arkansas, northwest and central Louisiana, northeast Texas and the Texas Panhandle.
Project Outreach Specialist
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mchames@aep.com