Kincaid - Pax BranchTransmission Line Project
The Kincaid-Pax Branch Transmission Line Project involves rebuilding approximately 4 miles of electric transmission line, building 6 miles of new electric transmission line and making upgrades to Toms Fork Substation and performing maintenance upgrades to other substations in the area.
Project Updates
04/07/25: Directly involved property owners can expect to hear about next steps from the right-of-way contractor representing Appalachian Power. Construction is expected to begin November 2026 and conclude by the end of 2027. Landowners can expect to receive a construction schedule in the mail ahead of the start of construction.
10/4/23: Company representatives continue reviewing and exploring environmental data for the Kincaid-Pax Branch Transmission Line Project. The project team is adjusting the project schedule. Landowners along the proposed line route will receive a mailing with the updated timeline once it's finalized.
09/01/22: Directly-impacted landowners can expect to hear in the coming months from the right-of-way contractor representing Appalachian Power. The utility needs to acquire easements for an approximate 100- foot right-of-way. Easements are defined land rights that property owners grant the utility to allow for the safe construction, operation and maintenance of the power line. For any right-of-way questions, please contact Jay Deal at 304-237-8686.
Timeline
Structures
Crews plan to build the lines using primarily V-shaped lattice towers, standard lattice towers and single steel poles
Approximate Structure Height: 110 FEET*
Approximate Right-of-Way Width: 100 FEET*
*Exact structure, height and right-of-way may vary
Resources
Property Easements Project Fact Sheet Project Map Access Roads Field ActivitiesAppalachian Power serves approximately 1 million customers in West Virginia, Virginia and Tennessee.
Amanda Snapp DeHaven
Project Outreach Specialist
833-313-3743
Apco_Outreach@aep.com
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