Tennessee Valley Authority
Alvaton, Kentucky
Power Supply Upgrade
Update September 2008
TVA has evaluated 11 alternative routes for the new transmission line to power Warren RECC’s new Alvaton Substation. The same considerations — environmental, land-use, engineering, cultural, and cost — were used to assess each alternative. The reviews were based on available data, aerial photography, onsite reviews, public review and comment, and property owners’ input.
Based on these evaluations, TVA has identified alternative route segments 2, 5, 6, 7, and 10, with some of the locations being adjusted from what was presented at the open house.
The preferred route begins at TVA’s existing East Bowling Green - South Scottsville 161-kilovolt transmission line, about 3/4 of a mile south of the intersection of Old Greenhill Road and Greenhill Bays Fork Road. The line travels west southwest to Warren RECC’s new substation in Alvaton, located on the east side of Hwy. 231, five miles south of Exit 22 of I-65. The route is about 4 miles long and affects about 18 property owners.
Background – July 2008
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 held an open house on July 31, 2008 to discuss the proposed transmission line project. TVA representatives provided information and answered questions. Large maps showing the alternative transmission line routes under consideration were available. A 30-day comment period followed the open house. Comments were used in determining the preferred route.
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 of alternative routes (PDF, 253 kb)
Map of preferred route (PDF, 169 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
Begin construction: winter 2009-2010
Project in service: spring 2010
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.