North Anna to Bristers

500 kV and 230 kV Electric Transmission Line Project

Our mission at Dominion Energy is to deliver reliable, affordable, and increasingly clean energy that powers your everyday life. As energy demand continues to grow across the Commonwealth of Virginia, Dominion Energy is focused on meeting that need while strengthening reliability.

To support these goals, Dominion Energy is planning the North Anna - Bristers 500 kV and 230 kV Electric Transmission Line Project.

Overview

Descripción General

The North Anna to Bristers Project was originally one transmission project, approximately 70 miles from North Anna Substation in Louisa County to Bristers Substation in Fauquier County.

The project will move forward as two separate projects. Each project will have its own application filed with the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC).

Together, the projects propose to build new 500 and 230 kilovolt (kV) transmission lines through Louisa, Spotsylvania, Caroline, Stafford, and Fauquier counties.

This change gives the project team more time to review possible routes, technical needs, and environmental factors for the longer northern portion. Together, the two projects will provide the strongest overall solution for the electric grid.

Because the projects were first planned as one project and remain closely connected, you can find updates for both projects on this website. You will also have opportunities to ask questions and share feedback.

North Anna to Thornburg 500 & 230 kV Transmission Line Project

This is the southern portion of the original project.

The project proposes to build new 500 and 230 kV transmission lines from the existing North Anna Substation in Louisa County to the proposed Thornburg Substation in Caroline County. The project would also pass through Spotsylvania County.

Dominion Energy plans to file an application for this project with the SCC in fall 2026. You will be able to review project updates and learn how to take part in the SCC process.

Thornburg to Bristers 500 & 230 kV Transmission Line Project

If you live or own property in Caroline, Stafford, or Fauquier counties, this is the northern portion of the original project.

The project proposes to build new 500 and 230 kV transmission lines from the proposed Thornburg Substation in Caroline County, through Stafford County, to the existing Bristers Substation in Fauquier County.

Dominion Energy is in the process of reviewing potential routes, technical needs, and environmental factors for this part of the project. You will receive more information as this work continues.

Dominion Energy plans to file a separate SCC application for this project in 2027.

Why These Projects Are Needed

You depend on the electric grid to power your home, business, and daily life.

Together, these projects would create a new transmission connection between the North Anna and Bristers substations. This investment would strengthen the electric grid, support Virginia’s energy security, and help keep your electric service reliable.

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Benefits

You can count on safe and reliable electricity because the project meets all mandatory standards for safety and reliability.
You will have stronger grid reliability with infrastructure that reduces the risk of outages and improves resilience.
You benefit from greater energy security as the project ensures power can move where and when it’s needed most.
You receive electricity from a diverse mix of resources — natural gas, nuclear, wind, solar, and other sources. Your community and local economy gain long-term support as reliable electricity helps attract and sustain homes, businesses, and development.

Documents

August 2026

November 2025

May 2026

Meetings

Upcoming Meetings

You are invited to join us at our upcoming community meetings to learn more about this project. You will have the opportunity to learn details about the project and have your questions answered by our project team.

Wednesday, May 20, 12:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting
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Past Meetings

Fauquier County, Tuesday, May 12, 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Zoar Baptist Church
11036 Elk Run Rd
Catlett, VA 20119

Stafford County, Monday, May 11, 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
(please note extended hours)
Hampton Inn Stafford/Quantico
& Conference Center
2965 Richmond Highway
Stafford, VA 22554

Thursday, May 7, 12:00 p.m.
Virtual meeting

We know many of you had trouble joining the virtual community meeting. A recording of the meeting is now available. We apologize for the technical issues and appreciate your patience

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Louisa/Spotsylvania Counties, Tuesday, May 5, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Berkeley Elementary School
5979 Partlow Road Building
Spotsylvania Courthouse, VA 22551

Caroline County, Monday, May 4, 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Madison Elementary School
9075 Chance Place
Ruther Glen, VA 22546

Caroline County, Thursday, November 20, 6:00 to 8:00 p.m.
Madison Elementary School
9075 Chance Place
Ruther Glen, VA 22546

Louisa County, Tuesday, November 18, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Callie Opie’s Orchard Event Barn
4533 Zachary Taylor Highway
Mineral, VA 23117

Stafford County, Wednesday, November 12, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Rowser Building
1739 Richmond Highway
Stafford, VA 22554

Fauquier County, Monday, November 10, 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Zoar Baptist Church
11036 Elk Run Road
Catlett, VA 20119

Timeline

Cronología

(previsto — sujeto a cambios)

Q2 2025 - Q2 2026

Public outreach and engagement

Q3 2025

Project announced, open house planning

Q4 2025

In-person community meetings

Q2 2026

Second round of in-person community meetings

Q3 2026

Project filed with SCC

Legal

The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) regulates energy providers in Virginia and must certify any transmission line at or above 138 kilovolts (kV). As part of this review, the SCC confirms the need for the project and approves the route and structures. By law, the SCC must also consider whether potential impacts on scenic areas, historic districts, and the environment have been reasonably minimized.

To learn more about this process, please view our SCC application review process.

Dominion Energy anticipates filing the Project with the SCC in 2026.

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