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West Creek
Dominion Energy is proposing six miles of new double-circuit, 230 kV electric transmission line and new substation.
Meeting the area’s growing economic development and energy needs while maintaining reliable electric service.
Benefits
- Complies with mandatory standards to ensure safety, reliability and to meet future needs
- Strengthens area reliability
Impact
Your electric service is not expected to be impacted by this project.
The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has regulatory authority over all energy providers in Virginia. Among other responsibilities, the SCC validates the need for a proposed line and approves the route and structures. In reviewing a proposed project, the SCC must consider whether potential impacts on scenic assets, historic districts and the environment have been reasonably minimized.
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