Tennessee Valley Authority
Alvaton, Kentucky
Power Supply Upgrade
Background
TVA is considering building a new transmission line that would relieve over loaded equipment and provide continued reliable electric service to south Warren County.
TVA will hold an open house on July 31 to provide information, answer questions and accept comments. All comments will be considered by TVA in reaching a decision on the location of the new transmission line and switching station.
A total of 15 alternative line segments are being considered for the line. The alternative routes being considered range from 3.8 to 4 miles in length. The line would begin at TVA’s existing Bowling Green-Scottsville transmission line and extend west to Warren RECC’s new substation in Alvaton.
The transmission line would consist of single steel pole structures on a 100-foot right-of-way.
Public involvement
TVA’s process for siting new transmission projects is designed to allow public input at all stages. TVA is committed to working with area stakeholders to address concerns during the course of the project. Comments received during the comment period will be used in reaching a decision on the proposed action.
TVA will hold an open house to discuss the proposed transmission line project. Details are as follows:
Thursday, July 31
3:00 - 7:00 p.m. CDT
Phil Moore Park Gymnasium
7101 Scottsville Road
Alvaton, Kentucky 42122
TVA representatives will be available at the open house to provide information and answer questions. Large maps showing the alternative transmission line routes under consideration will be available.
TVA is interested in receiving comments on the potential of the proposed action to affect the environment or historic properties and would like to identify any other issues associated with this proposal. Any comments received, including names and addresses, will become part of the administrative record and will be available for public inspection.
If you have special needs, please contact Tanya Adams at least five days prior to the meeting toll-free at 800-362-4355.
All written comments on this proposed action should be sent to TVA no later than September 2, 2008. If you cannot attend the meeting but have questions or comments, contact Steve Pitt (see contact information).
Map
The map is a PDF file requiring Adobe Acrobat Reader. Use the zoom tool to view details of the map and allow time for it to reload. If you have questions or need help understanding the map, please contact TVA.
The map shows the network of alternative routes TVA is considering for the proposed transmission line.
Map (PDF, 253 kb)
Environmental reviews
The appropriate National Environmental Policy Act reviews will be conducted to ensure that the environmental impacts are minimized. TVA attempts to minimize any land requirements, private property impacts, and environmental impacts associated with this project.
Project schedule
Open house: July 31, 2008
Comments accepted: through September 2, 2008
Determine preferred route for field surveys: fall 2008
Begin contacting property owners for permission to survey: fall 2008
Related information
Frequently asked questions about TVA right-of-way
Benefits of planting native shrubs and grasses in utility rights-of-way.
- Landscaping with native shrubs (PDF file, 879 kb)
- Landscaping with native grasses (PDF file, 644 kb)
Fact sheet on electric and magnetic fields and their effects.