Victor SubstationTransmission Line Project
Appalachian Power representatives plan to upgrade the electric transmission grid in Fayette County.
The Victor Substation Transmission Line Project involves building approximately 3 miles of 69-kilovolt (kV) transmission line, building a new substation and retiring two substations.
Project Updates
November 22, 2022: We understand there has been some local communications in the project area about a public meeting on Dec. 5 with AEP to discuss this project in the town of Ansted. Due to ongoing efforts to provide additional information to the PSC, at their request, the project team does NOT plan to attend at any public meeting, at this time.
Appalachian Power representatives attended a public hearing with the Public Service Commission (PSC) on October 24 to discuss this project. The project team is currently working with affected landowners to gather additional information, at the request of the PSC, on the proposed project. The team plans to provide this additional information to the PSCin December.We're committed to working with landowners and community members to minimize impacts and address concerns. If you have any questions please call us at 833-313-3734 or submit a comment by email through the comment form at the bottom of this project website and we will reach back out to you.
January 5, 2022: The project team has determined a proposed power line route. The interactive map above shows the transmission line that crews plan to build. Directly impacted landowners can expect to hear about next steps from Emerald Energy, the right-of-way contractor representing Appalachian Power.
June 18, 2021: Project representatives encourage landowners to submit their feedback about the project by Friday, July 16. To provide comments on how this project affects your property or to provide special conditions related to your property, please use the comment from below or call 833-313-3743.
Project Releases
News Release - January 5, 2022 (PDF)
News Release - June 18, 2021 (PDF)
Timeline
Structures
Crews plan to build the transmission line using a combination of steel H-frame poles and lattice towers.
Structure Height: Approximately 85 feet*
Right-of-Way Width: Approximately 100 feet*
At Appalachian Power, we are committed to meeting the energy needs of customers while protecting the environment and natural beauty of the region.
* Exact structure, height and right-of-way may vary
Resources
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Appalachian Power serves approximately 1 million customers in West Virginia, Virginia and Tennessee.
