Northeast Lima-Columbus GroveTransmission Improvements Project
AEP Ohio representatives plan to upgrade the electric transmission network serving customers in Putnam and Allen counties.
The project involves:
- Rebuilding about 10 miles of 69-kilovolt (kV) transmission line
- Building about 1 mile of 69-kV transmission line
The planned improvements involve replacing deteriorating wooden poles from the 1950s with modern steel poles and reduce the need for frequent power line maintenance. Building a new power line provides an additional power source and improves electric reliability in the area. A stronger transmission grid benefits the local distribution companies and cooperatives, such as Midwest Electric Cooperative, who receive power from the transmission lines.
Project Updates
Early 2023: Company representatives announced the final line route for the 1 mile of new power line and evaluated study segments. Right-of-way representatives plan to meet with landowners to discuss their property.
Timeline
Structures
Crews plan to build the line using single steel poles.
Proposed Structure Height: 70 - 100 FEET
Right-of-Way Width: 60 FEET*
*Exact structure, height and right-of-way may vary
Resources
AEP Right-of-Way Process Virtual Open House Project Fact Sheet Project Map Access Roads Field Activities
AEP Ohio provides electricity to nearly 1.5 million customers.
