Appalachian Power Proposes Relocation and Expansion of Joshua Falls Substation
Appalachian Power is collecting public feedback on the relocation and upgrade of the Joshua Falls 765-kV Substation in Virginia, part of the Valley Link Transmission Project. The project aims to enhance grid reliability and meet energy demand but requires approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission before construction can commence.

Appalachian Power is seeking public input regarding the relocation and expansion of the Joshua Falls 765-kilovolt Substation in Campbell County, Virginia, as part of the Valley Link Transmission Project. The proposed move is motivated by engineering and environmental constraints at the current site, with plans to shift the substation south to improve cost-effectiveness.
The project aims to address increasing energy demands and enhance regional electric grid reliability, pending approval from the Virginia State Corporation Commission. Local landowners express concerns about the project's impact on their properties and livelihoods, particularly regarding agricultural operations. Appalachian Power is in the feedback phase and emphasizes the importance of community input before finalizing plans and submitting its application for regulatory approval.




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