Project Scope 

This application for an approximate 8.8-mile, double circuit 138kV transmission line is being submitted by Dominion Virginia Power as a means to connect a proposed coal-fired power station in Virginia City, Va., to the existing electrical grid system.  Dominion Virginia Power has already submitted an application for the Virginia City Hybrid Energy Center, which will generate 585 MW of electrical power when completed. Existing electrical transmission capabilities in Wise County and Russell County are inadequate to accept power from the planned station.

Location

This proposed line originates in Wise County, Virginia at the Company’s proposed coal plant and terminates at a proposed substation near AEP's Clinch River Steam Plant in Russell County. >> View a map.

Structure Types

Two types of structures are being considered, and Dominion proposes to utilize either one of these, or a combination of the two. >> View the structures.

Regulatory Approvals Required

The proposed construction of a new double-circuit, 138kV line requires approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission (SCC), and Dominion filed an application for this project on Dec. 3, 2007. The SCC is responsible for determining the need, route, and environmental impact of transmission lines in Virginia. Anyone may comment to the SCC concerning our plans. VDOT permits will be required for road crossings.  Any wetlands impacts will require a JPA to be submitted, and may or may not qualify for NW12. 

Planned Project Schedule

A line is required for backfeed by November 1, 2010.  Initial synchronizing with the coal plant is planned for August 15, 2011. Below is a detailed project schedule: