Overview of the Project
To meet the anticipated growth in Sumter County, Fla., Duke Energy plans to construct a new transmission line and build a new switching station.
Project Details
- Construct 9 miles of new 230-kilovolt (kV) transmission line from the new American Cement Switching Station, in Sumterville, Fla., to the existing Bushnell East Substation, in Bushnell, Fla.
- Approximately 6.6 miles of the new 230-kV transmission line will be built in existing right of way with a rebuild of a 69-kV transmission line on double-circuit monopole structures.
- The remaining 2.4 miles of 230-kV transmission line will be constructed in new easement outside road right of way on single-circuit monopole structures.
- The transmission line will be built on monopoles typically ranging from 85 to 135 feet above ground.
Benefits to the Community
- Enhance the ability of Duke Energy and neighboring utilities to provide safe and reliable energy to homes, community facilities and businesses in the area.
- Increase capacity to continue delivering reliable electricity to meet the region's growing energy needs.
- Maintain a robust energy delivery system, which is integral to the continued economic prosperity of the region.
What to Expect
Once a project is announced, there are several key steps that take place during the design and pre-construction phases of a transmission line project. During early stages of field investigation, residents may see Duke Energy staff and contractor field crews in the area evaluating existing conditions. This field data is crucial in assisting our engineering teams and other personnel with the design and construction planning for the project. After the field investigation is complete, our engineering team will develop the design for the project.
If a new easement or an update to the current easement is required, a company representative will contact the property owner to discuss the easement process. Additionally, we will be assessing the need to clear obstructions and vegetation within the current easement to prepare for construction. Property owners will be notified in advance should either of these issues need to be addressed.
Construction activities are anticipated to begin in November 2019 and last through February 2021.
