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Appalachian Power plans power grid improvements in Raleigh and Wyoming counties
CHARLESTON, W. Va. (WVVA) - Appalachian Power representatives and the utility’s affiliate, AEP West Virginia Transmission Co., Inc., plan to increase electric reliability by upgrading the power grid serving customers in Raleigh and Wyoming counties.
The Trap Hill Area Transmission Line Project involves:
Building approximately 6 miles of electric transmission line in Raleigh County.
Making upgrades to three existing electrical stations in Raleigh County.
Building a new electrical station in Wyoming County.
The area currently has one power line that dates back 40 years.
This project provides an additional power source and allows crews to conduct maintenance work without having to interrupt service to customers for extended periods of time.