13.5-Mile 115kV Energized Line Rebuild

Project Scope of Work Included:

• Upgrading Existing Assets Along a 13.5-mile 115kV Line
• Replacement of 148 Wooden Structures with Engineered Steel Structures, Replacement of Conductors and Shield Wire
• Utilizing Advanced Technology Such as Robotic Arms for Safety and Efficiency
• Replace Existing Steel Shield Wire With OPGW
• Drill Direct-Embedded Holes for New CMPs at Each Location For 127 Structures
• Install 47 Concrete Foundations For 19 New Structures

Challenges and Results

The proximity of the 115kV line to two other energized posed a unique challenge. We used safety protocols to execute environmental matting and transmission work on one of the adjacent lines several months prior.