AEP Ohio representatives plan to rebuild approximately 5 miles of transmission line in central Scioto County. The North Portsmouth – Oertels Corners Transmission Line Rebuild Project strengthens the electric transmission network and provides more reliable electric service in the community. The project improves the line’s performance by reducing the need for frequent maintenance. In the last eight years, the line has experienced multiple service interruptions to area customers. The project modernizes aging 1940s wooden poles with steel poles. These upgrades address physical condition issues, reduce the likelihood of power outages, and improve service restoration time when outages occur.
Crews plan to rebuild the transmission line within or near the existing right-of-way corridor and may need to update or supplement current easements. Easements are defined land rights that provide the utility with access needed to safely build, operate and maintain its power lines.
Spring 2025: Contract Land Staff, LLC (CLS) serves as AEP Ohio's right-of-way representative for this project. CLS agents plan to reach out to property owners in the project area to discuss potential impacts and upcoming project activities.
This project involves the use of steel monopoles and H-frame structures.
Typical Pole Height: 75-100 feet*
Typical Right-of-Way Width: approximately 60 feet*
*Exact structure types, height and right-of-way requirements may vary
AEP Ohio provides electricity to nearly 1.5 million customers.
Jacobs representing AEP Ohio
513-400-4626
Kasey.SchwartzHahn@jacobs.com
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