Kentucky Power is planning to upgrade the power grid and support economic development opportunities in eastern Kentucky by making significant upgrades to the electric transmission system in Boyd County.
The project involves building:
TeraWulf needs a reliable power source for its planned data center campus in EastPark Industrial Park. The new transmission lines and substation will provide the electrical infrastructure needed to serve the facility and support continued economic development opportunities in the region.
The project is located in western Boyd County.The two proposed 765-kV transmission lines will connect the new substation to the existing 765-kV transmission line. The two 345-kV transmission lines will extend from the new substation to TeraWulf's facility in the industrial park.
Kentucky Power will determine the final routes for the new transmission lines after receiving public input on the proposed study segments and completing additional route analysis.
October 2026: Kentucky Power representatives announced the Muskie Transmission Improvements Project. We plan to host an in-person open house in your area to provide an opportunity for residents to meet and talk with project representatives. Since there is no formal presentation, residents may join the planned events at any time.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Boyd Convention and Arts Center
15605 KY-180, Catlettsburg, KY 41129
Also, we invite you to review this website and enter our virtual open house to learn more and share your feedback. For the virtual open house, please use Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Firefox, or Safari internet browsers for the best user experience. You may submit comments and questions about the project through the Contact form at the bottom of this page. Please share your input by Thursday, October 29, 2026.
765-kV Self-Supporting Horizontal Structure
Typical Structure Height: 140 - 180 feet*
Right-of-Way Width: Easement widths are determined by engineering needs, terrain and vegetation management requirements.
Typical Distance Between Structures: 1200 feet*
345-kV Self-Supporting Horizontal Structure
Typical Structure Height: 100 - 120 feet*
Right-of-Way Width: Easement widths are determined by engineering needs, terrain and vegetation management requirements.
Typical Distance Between Structures: 1000 feet*
*Exact structure types, height and right-of-way requirements may vary
Kentucky Power serves approximately 163,000 customers in eastern Kentucky.
Project Outreach Specialist, Sr.
859-334-0649
connect@kentuckypowermuskie.com