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Niles AreaTransmission Improvements Project


Indiana Michigan Power plans to upgrade the power grid in the Niles area by making improvements to the transmission infrastructure. The Niles Area Transmission Improvements Project helps strengthen the local power grid and increases electric reliability for area customers. Work is planned in Berrien and Cass counties in Michigan and St. Joseph County in Indiana.

Niles North

Niles Central

Niles South

Project Updates

Indiana Michigan Power representatives determined the new power line route after reviewing input provided by landowners and community members during the virtual open house and In-person open houses in March. Construction will begin fall 2023 and conclude spring 2024.

Project Releases

Timeline

 
Project Timeline
 

Structures

Structure

Crews plan to use primarily steel single poles on this project.

Structure Height: Approximately 85 - 115 feet
Right-of-Way Width: Approximately 60 - 100 feet

*Exact structure, height, and right-of-way requirements may vary.

Resources

Project Map Access Roads Field Activities

Indiana Michigan Power serves 575,000 customers in Indiana and Michigan.

www.IndianaMichiganPower.com

Kia Clay

Project Outreach Specialist
614-933-2367
kclay1@aep.com

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