Vassell - Green ChapelTransmission Enhancements Project

AEP Ohio officials plan power grid improvements to connect new customers to the electric grid and maintain reliable electricity for customers in Delaware and Licking counties. Customer demand for electricity is anticipated to grow about four times the current need over the next five years. As a result of the area's economic development, the power grid in Delaware and Licking counties must be upgraded.

The project involves building two 13-mile 345-kilovolt power lines connecting Vassell Substation off State Route 37 in Sunbury to two new substations off Green Chapel Road in New Albany

This project requires Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB) approval.

Updates

Spring 2025: AEP Ohio Representatives have filed an amendment to the Letter of Notification for the Vassell-Curleys 345 kV Transmission Line with the Ohio Power Siting Board (OPSB). The Amendment addresses adjustments along the 13-mile 345-kV transmission line. It was filed as Vassell-Curleys 345 kV Transmission Line Adjustment #2 Project, Public Utilities Commission of Ohio Case No. 25-0225-EL-BLN to adjust four sections of power line.

AEP Ohio representatives plan to construct the transmission lines in two phases:

Phase 1 (Vassell-Green Chapel): Early 2025 – late 2026
Phase 2 (Vassell-Curleys): Early 2026 – Spring 2027

Following construction, company representatives plan to work with affected property owners on restoration activities.

If you have any questions about construction and the upcoming activities, please reach out to Steve Terlesky with OR Colan at 267-210-6794 or sterlesky@orcolan.com.

Proposed Schedule

Structures

Company representatives anticipate utilizing AEP's BOLD (Breakthrough in Overhead Line Design) technology, which is capable of operating more efficiently than conventional transmission pole designs.

Structure Height: 150 feet*
Right-of-Way Width: 150 feet*

*Exact structure, height and right-of-way may vary