Midway - South ChristiansburgTransmission line Rebuild Project

Appalachian Power representatives plan to upgrade the local power grid in the town of Christiansburg and Montgomery County, Virginia. The Midway – South Christiansburg Transmission Line Rebuild Project involves rebuilding approximately 4 miles of 69-kilovolt (kV) electric transmission line, building approximately a half-mile of 69-kV transmission line, retiring approximately a half-mile of 69-kV transmission line and upgrading four substations. Construction begins in late 2026 and concludes in late 2028.

Project Updates

Early 2025: Following a project announcement and open house in spring 2024, Appalachian Power representatives continue to evaluate options for a proposed line route. We are committed to keeping you informed throughout this process and plan to provide updates as soon as they’re available.

June 26, 2024: Appalachian Power representatives are working to determine a proposed line route. The project team is currently reviewing input from landowners.

May 14, 2024: Appalachian Power invites community members and landowners in the project area to an in-person open house June 4, 2024 from 4:30 - 7:30 p.m. Montgomery Museum of Art & History 4 East Main St. in Christiansburg.

Landowners are encouraged to submit their feedback about the project by Friday, June 14. To provide comments on how this project affects your property or special conditions related to your property, you may use the comment form below or call 833-236-7697.

Project Releases

News Release - May 14, 2024 (PDF)

Timeline

Structures

Most of the existing line consists of wooden poles. Crews plan to rebuild the line using a majority of steel single-pole structures. At select points, crews plan to use concrete single-pole structures. Proposed structures are an average of 20 feet taller than the existing structures.

Proposed Structure Height(s): 60 - 80 feet*
Right-of-Way Width: 60 feet*

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