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Carson – Midlothian – North Anna
500kV Electric Transmission Right of Way Surveys
Overview
In early 2026, you may notice surveyors in the right of way on foot or in light duty vehicles. Existing access routes will be used, which may be on or near your property. Surveyors will leave yard stakes or small flags in the right of way. Please do not remove these important markers.
Dominion Energy drones will be used to survey from above. An FAA-licensed drone pilot will operate them from the ground and will always maintain sight of the aircraft.
Additional surveying may occur later in 2026. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work in your community.
HUNTING SAFETY: Our crews work in and near the right of way where hunters may be active. Surveyors will wear high-visibility work vests. Please share this information with any hunters on your property to help maintain a safe working environment.
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2026
January 2026
Crews begin ground and air surveys.
This page will be updated as more information becomes available.
FAQs
Existing right of way corridors are surveyed to gather updated field conditions where critical infrastructure operates.
You may notice surveyors in the right of way on foot or in light duty vehicles. Existing access routes will be used, which may be on or near your property. Surveyors will leave yard stakes or small flags in the right of way. Please do not remove these important markers.
Dominion Energy drones will be used to survey from above. An FAA-licensed drone pilot will operate them from the ground and will always maintain sight of the aircraft.
The existing right of way width varies along the route but is typically at least 235 feet in most areas. At its widest point near Carson Substation, the right of way is 450 feet wide. Many portions of the existing right of way are unmaintained (i.e. forested).
Please contact your Right of Way Representative for assistance. See the Rights of Way Use & Safety page for the latest regional contact maps.
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