Project Quick Facts
- Black River-Beaver River runs through two counties: Jefferson and Lewis.
- The line travels through the villages of Black River, Carthage, and Croghan, and the towns of Champion, Croghan, LeRay, Rutland, and Wilna.
- The project will replace existing 115kV wire and structures in the right of way. Additional easements may be needed for the construction and operation of the line.
- Also included are access roads upgrades and technologies to improve response time and decrease maintenance costs.
Current Activities
The New York State Public Service Commission awarded the Article VII permit on July 17, 2026 as part of case no. 25-T-0195. Our Environmental Management and Construction Plan application will be filed in the coming weeks.
Sites for potential construction yards (marshalling or laydown yards) are under evaluation. Field studies, including geotechnical work (soil borings) and an in-person right of way review, are also taking place.
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Permitting and Participation
This project required Article VII permitting. The New York State Public Service Commission awarded the Article VII permit on July 17, 2026 as part of case no. 25-T-0195. This project will also require a Certificate of Environmental Compatibility and Public Need to begin construction. Our Environmental Management and Construction Plan application will be filed in the coming weeks. For more information about permitting, please see our Project FAQ page.
Thank you to everyone who joined us at our open houses on July 22 and 23, 2025, our virtual session on July 30, 2025, and the Public Statement Hearings on December 9 and 10, 2025.
You may always contact us with questions or comments by phone at 844-236-5977 or [email protected].
Schedule
- Design & Permitting: Through Winter 2026
- Anticipated Construction Start: Winter 2027
- Anticipated Construction End: Winter 2029
