Bryson Switch - CoolvilleTransmission Improvements Project

AEP Ohio representatives plan to upgrade the power grid in Meigs and Athens counties.

The Bryson Switch - Coolville Transmission Improvements Project involves:

• Building approximately 11 miles of 69-kilovolt (kV) transmission line between Bryson Switch, close to the intersection of U.S. Route 33 and Rocksprings Road in north central Meigs County, and Coolville Substation, located off Old State Road in southeast Athens County.
• Rebuilding about 12 miles of 69-kV transmission line between Coolville Substation and Bashan Substation, at the intersection of Gainer and Racine-Bashan roads in Meigs County.
• Upgrading Coolville Substation.

The upgrades enhance electric reliability for customers in the area by increasing capacity with an additional source of power. Replacing aging infrastructure from the 1960s with modern equipment provides operational flexibility for the system to reroute power and accelerate restoration during outages.

Early 2026: AEP Ohio representatives invite the community to attend an in-person open house to view detailed maps, ask questions and share their thoughts about the proposed study segments with project representatives. There is no formal presentation, so you can arrive at any time during the event.

Date: Wednesday, February 4
Time: 5 - 7 p.m.
Location: Coolville Elementary School Gymnasium, 26461 Main Street, Coolville

Share your feedback about the project using the comment form, email or phone by Friday, February 20.