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Ruther Glen
Glen 230 kV Electric Transmission Projects
Overview
Caroline County is experiencing increased energy demands. To address this growth, we are proposing two new electric transmission projects: the Ruther Glen 230 kV Electric Transmission Project and the Carmel Church 230 kV Electric Transmission Project.
Each project proposes a new substation and corresponding 230 kV electric transmission line to connect to the existing electric transmission grid. This new infrastructure will allow us to meet the growing energy needs, continue reliable electric service, and maintain compliance with federal reliability standards.
Each project proposes a new substation and corresponding 230 kV electric transmission line to connect to the existing electric transmission grid. This new infrastructure will allow us to meet the growing energy needs, continue reliable electric service, and maintain compliance with federal reliability standards.
Benefits
- Complies with mandatory standards to ensure safety, reliability and to meet future needs
- Strengthens area reliability
- Strengthens operational flexibility
Documents
- November 2024 Route Update Letter
- Carmel Church and Ruther Glen Fact Sheet
- Map of Study Areas
- July Open House Invitation
- Project Announcement Letter
- Route Announcement Letter
- Community Meeting #2 Postcard
- SCC Filing Letter
- SCC filed on April 11, 2025 copies of Appendix attachments not originally included
- September 26, 2025 - Final order issued by SCC
Legal
The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) is responsible for verifying the need, determining the route, and reviewing the environmental impact of certain transmission lines in Virginia. Key filing documents will also be available on this page.
On Dec. 12, 2024, Dominion Energy filed its application with the SCC. Documents related to the case are available to the public on the SCC Docket of the SCC website or search by Case No. PUR-2024-00221 in the Search Cases section. In addition, interested parties may visit the SCC Case Comments page where individual mailboxes are available for each case accepting public comments. Please note, the mailbox may not be available until a scheduling order is issued, typically several weeks after an application is filed.
To learn more about this process, view our SCC process map.
Application
- Application Volume 1 of 4
- Application Volume 2 of 4
- Application Volume 3 of 4
- Application Volume 4 of 4
On January 24, 2025, the SCC issued an Order for Notice and Hearing
The procedural schedule follows:
- February 14, 2025 - Landowner Notice, Publication Deadline, and Government Official Notice (to include Attorneys)
- February 21, 2025 - Proof of Notice and Certificate of Mailing deadline
- March 14, 2025, 2025 - Notice of Participation deadline
- April 23, 2025 - Respondent Testimony due
- May 7, 2025 - Staff Report due
- May 21, 2025 -Company Rebuttal Testimony due
- May 28, 2025 - Any interested person may submit comments on the Application (on or before)
- June 4, 2025 - Public witness signup deadline
- June 11, 2025 - Telephonic Hearing for Public Witness Testimony (10:00 A.M)
- June 11, 2025 - at 10:00 A.M. (In-Person) Public Evidentiary Hearing
- September 26, 2025 - Final order issued by SCC
Maps
- Map of Study Areas
- July 18, 2024 - Initial routes announced
- September 26, 2025 - SCC approved routes
Meetings
Community Meetings were held for community members to learn more about the project, ask questions, and speak with subject matter experts.
Previous Meetings
Tuesday, Sept. 17, 2024
5–7 p.m.
Caroline High School
19155 Rogers Clark Blvd
Milford, VA 22514
September 17, 2024 community meeting invitation
September 17, 2024 community meeting presentation
Carmel Church and Ruther Glen Project Overview
Carmel Church Open House Map Boards
Carmel Church Open House Simulation Boards
Ruther Glen Open House Map Boards
Ruther Glen Open House Simulation Boards
Tuesday, July 23, 2024
5–7 p.m.
Caroline County YMCA
Timeline
Due to recent growth and future development on the horizon in Caroline County, there is a need for new electric transmission infrastructure investments to maintain grid reliability. This new infrastructure will allow us to meet the growing energy needs, continue reliable electric service, and maintain compliance with federal reliability standards.
Our project team will focus on public outreach in spring and summer 2024 to ensure all interested community members are aware of the project and have an opportunity to share feedback with our team as we continue the planning process. We intend to file an application with the SCC in fall 2024.
The SCC is the regulatory body with jurisdiction over transmission lines in Virginia. Dominion Energy intends to file an application for both projects in early fall 2024.
Although the SCC is the primary agency reviewing and ultimately approving the project, there may be additional permits needed from local, state, and federal agencies.
We want to hear your feedback. The purpose of our public engagement is to share, listen and learn from our community members. The SCC also considers public input in its review process. There are multiple ways to share your feedback with our team:
- Contact us by email at powerline@dominionenergy.com or by phone at 888-291-0190.
- Attend our community meetings
- Invite us to your community or property
Interested community members are welcome to request a separate meeting with our team. Whether you have a scheduling conflict during the community meeting dates, would like to discuss your property specifically, or would like to continue a discussion with our team following a community meeting, we are available for additional meetings by request.
Construction Related Impacts
Service Interruption
Your electric service is not expected to be impacted by this project.
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