Large Voltage Transmission Line

Carmel Church

230 kV Electric Transmission Project

Building a stronger, more reliable energy future for Caroline County.

Project Details

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.

Benefits

  • Complies with mandatory standards to ensure safety, reliability, and to meet future needs.
  • Strengthens area reliability.
  • Strengthens operational flexibility.

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Community Engagement

Upcoming Meetings

Community meetings are held for community members to learn more about the project, ask questions, and speak with subject matter experts.

No Upcoming Meetings Currently Scheduled

Check back soon for updates on upcoming meetings and ways to get involved.

Past Meetings

In-Person Open House

  • Tuesday, September 17, 2024
    5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
  • Caroline High School
    19155 Rogers Clark Boulevard
    Milford, VA 22514

In-Person Open House

  • Tuesday, July 23, 2024
    5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
  • Caroline High School
    19155 Rogers Clark Boulevard
    Milford, VA 22514

Carmel Church and Ruther Glen 230kV

Open House Recording | September 17, 2024

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What to Expect

Timeline

(Anticipated – Subject to Change)

2024

Summer 2024
Project Announcement; Public Outreach
September 17, 2024
A second community meeting was held at Caroline High School from 5-7 p.m.
December 12, 2024
Filed Application With the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC)

2025

2025 – Summer 2026
Permitting, Finalize Engineering, and Pre-Construction Outreach
September 26, 2025
SCC Ruling Issued

2026

November 2026
Construction Begins

2027

September 2027
Construction Complete and Restoration Begins

Frequently Asked Questions

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:

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.

Legal

SCC Timeline

2025

February 14
Landowner Notice, Publication Deadline, and Government Official Notice (To Include Attorneys)
February 21
Proof of Notice and Certificate of Mailing Deadline
March 15
Notice of Participation Deadline
April 23
Respondent Testimony Due
May 7
Staff Report Due
May 21
Company Rebuttal Testimony Due
May 28
Any Interested Person May Submit Comments on the Application (On or Before)
June 4
Public Witness Signup Deadline
June 11
  • Telephonic Hearing For Public Witness Testimony (In-Person)
  • In-Person Public Evidentiary Hearing
  • Final Order Issued by SCC

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Contact Us

Call us Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 888-291-0190.

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