Appalachian Power representatives announced plans in fall 2021 to upgrade the electric transmission grid in Buchanan and Tazewell counties. The project team has identified additional route options to build the transmission line and is seeking feedback from the community. The project involves:
Construction begins in early 2025 and concludes in fall 2026.
May 5, 2023 - The project team has identified a new substation location and additional route options to build the transmission line. Landowners and community members are invited to a public open house to learn more about the project and provide input on route options. Since there is no formal presentation, residents may join the planned event at any time:
Wednesday, May 24, 5-7 p.m.
Appalachian
College of Pharmacy gymnasium
1060 Dragon Road
Oakwood, VA 24631
November 17, 2021 - The project team has determined a proposed power line route. The interactive map above shows the existing transmission line that crews plan to rebuild in or near the existing right-of-way. Note that the proposed line route as shown is subject to change during final engineering and after additional studies including, but not limited to, ground surveys, geotechnical and environmental studies, and additional interviews with landowners are completed. Directly impacted landowners can expect to hear about next steps from the right-of-way contractor representing Appalachian Power.
September 23, 2021 - Project representatives encourage landowners to submit their feedback about the project by Friday, October 22. To provide comments on how this project affects your property or to provide special conditions related to your property, please use the comment form below or call 833-313-3743.
Project Map (PDF)
Crews plan to rebuild the line using steel H-frame structures and build the new line using steel single poles and lattice towers.
At Appalachian Power, we are committed to meeting the energy needs of customers while protecting the environment.
Typical structure height: 75-85 feet*
Typical right-of-way width: 100 feet*
*Exact structure, height and right-of-way requirements may vary
Please note that these maps are preliminary and do not reflect any final power line route decisions.
OVERVIEW MAP
Step 1: Below is an Overview Map that displays the entire project area. Please use the Overview Map to find the general location of your property.
DETAILED MAPS
Step 2: Each outlined area on the Overview Map represents a single, numbered Map Page that shows that section in greater detail. Visit the appropriate Map Page below for your area.
Appalachian Power serves approximately 1 million customers in West Virginia, Virginia and Tennessee.
Project Outreach Specialist
833-313-3743
lnhodges@aep.com
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