Remove towers along existing 88 kV line across Rich Mountain and collocate next to existing 765 kV line across Rich Mtn. Connect to existing 88 kV and rebuild line there for remaining corridor. New line will be 138 kV.
Location
Rich Mountain area down to the town of Bland
Project timeline
1
Scoping Start
09/04/2015
2
Comment Period
09/04/2015
3
Decision
09/2016 (Estimated)
4
Implementation
09/2016 (Estimated)
NEPA / regulatory detail
| Special Authority | Not Applicable / Other |
| Notice and Comment Regulation | 218 (2013) Non-HFRA |
| Project Activity | Special Use Authorizations |
| AEP South Bluefield-Wythe 88 kV Transmission Line Rebuild | Decision Signed Date: 09/13/2016 |
| Forests | George Washington and Jefferson National Forest |
| Districts | Eastern Divide Ranger District |
| Legal Land Description | Not Applicable |