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Overview
At Dominion Energy, we are committed to continually reviewing and analyzing our energy infrastructure to provide safe and reliable electric service. We are planning to replace an aging 230 kV (kilovolt) electric transmission line located in New Kent, King William, King and Queen, Essex and Richmond Counties, to maintain reliable service for our customers. This construction will occur along a 41 mile corridor and remain within the existing right of way crossing the Mattaponi, Pamunkey and Rappahannock Rivers..
Project Description
We are in the planning stages to rebuild a 230 kilovolt (kV) transmission line from Lanexa, Virginia to the Northern Neck area just east of Warsaw, Virginia. We’re planning to replace the existing H frame structures with a taller, double circuit monopole structure and in some cases we’re also replacing existing lattice structures with a similar structure – constructed from a different material. This construction will occur along a 41 mile corridor and remain within the existing right of way while crossing the Mattaponi, Pamunkey and Rappahannock Rivers. We’re currently replacing the structures and cables crossing the Mattaponi River.
This project is needed to replace aging equipment. After nearly 5 decades of service, the structures and related components are at the end of their service life and need to be replaced to ensure reliable operation of the transmission line.
Benefits
- New structures located in the same general location as existing structures
- Complies with mandatory standards to ensure safety, reliability and to meet future needs
- Minimizes impact to the community and environment
- Replaces aging infrastructure
Recent Updates
- Jan. 2022 - Phase 1 (Lanexa-Northern Neck) construction begins.
Legal
The Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC) has regulatory authority over all energy providers in Virginia and requires certification for all transmission lines out of the ordinary course of doing business. or are at or above 138 kV. 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.
Application Documents - 2020
Application Documents - 2018
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Procedural Schedule
The following key dates and developments are related to the SCC review timeline. For the most up-to-date and full listing of motions, rulings and other related documents, please refer to the SCC docket for this case.
- Aug. 8, 2018 - SCC issues procedural order
- Sept. 7, 2018 - Dominion Energy issues public notice
- Sept. 28, 2018 - Dominion Energy files proof of notice and service
- Oct. 16, 2018 - Notices of participation due
- Nov. 13, 2018 - Respondent testimony due
- Dec. 7, 2018 - Staff Report due
- Dec. 18, 2018 - Dominion Energy rebuttal due
- Jan. 8, 2019 - Public comments due
- Jan. 15, 2019 - Public evidentiary hearing (10 a.m. at SCC’s Tyler Building at 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219)
Meetings
*Following production of these materials, Dominion Energy decided it would no longer include the proposed King and Queen Substation in this State Corporation Commission Filing. All other aspects of the Rebuild Project remain as indicated on this page.
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Timeline
2021
December 2
SCC issued final order, approving the project
2019
January 15
Public evidentiary hearing (10 a.m. at SCC’s Tyler Building at 1300 East Main Street, Richmond, Virginia 23219)
January 8
Public comments due
2018
December 18
Dominion Energy rebuttal due
December 7
Staff Report due
November 13
Respondent testimony due
October 16
Notices of participation due
September 7
Dominion Energy issues public notice
September 28
Dominion Energy files proof of notice and service
August 8, 2018
SCC issues procedural order
Construction-Related Impacts
Service Interruption
Your electric service is not expected to be impacted by this project.
Neighborhood
Access to surrounding neighborhoods may be impacted.
Traffic
There may be some traffic delays.
Noise
Noise levels will be moderate; permits are in place.
Environment
This project may have limited environmental impacts.
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