Why Are We Doing This Project?

Recent inspections and engineering analysis of the X178, a 115kV transmission line, revealed that many of the structures are in poor condition due to their age, woodpecker damage, insect damage and pole rot.

The X178 transmission line currently has 594 structures. Of these, 24 are already weathering steel and will not be replaced. As part of this project, we will:

• Replace the remaining 570 wood structures with weathering steel structures of a similar design. These steel structures will be able to support the weight of the new wires and can better withstand storms.
• Replace conductor (wire). The line will continue to operate as a 115kV line.
• Install the internal communication fiber optic cable the entire length of the line. This optical ground wire (OPGW) will increase internal communication reliability and security. 

This project will help to improve the resiliency and reliability of the electric system to withstand severe weather and is part of our ongoing investments to deliver reliable energy to our customers and communities.

Where Is The Work Being Done?

This work will take place within the existing right-of-way (power line corridor) of the X178 Line. Due to the length of the line (49.1 miles), this project will be split into three segments with overlapping construction schedules in order to complete work in a safe and efficient manner.

• Segment 1 is located between the Beebe River Substation in Campton and the North Woodstock Substation in Woodstock. View the project mapping for this segment.
• Segment 2 is located between the North Woodstock Substation in Woodstock and the Streeter Pond Tap in Sugar Hill. This segment will be further divided into Phase 1 and Phase 2. Phase 1 will include 106 structures (175 – 187; 296 – 298; 301 – 303; 319 – 405) outside of the White Mountain National Forest (WMNF), and Phase 2 will include structures within and adjacent to the WMNF.  View the project mapping for Phase 1L.
• Segment 3 is located between the Streeter Pond Tap in Sugar Hill and the Whitefield Substation in Whitefield. View the project mapping for this segment.
  

Community Outreach

We're committed to engaging municipal officials, residents, businesses, community groups and other stakeholders about upcoming project activities through municipal briefings, mailings, site meetings, virtual meetings and door-to-door outreach.

We utilize a variety of outreach methods to ensure that all customers and property owners along our transmission lines receive adequate and timely information about our projects. For this project, we will be sending periodic updates as letters mailed directly to all stakeholders, as well as a combination of the following additional methods:

• Door-to-door outreach
• Site visits (upon request)
• Virtual meetings (upon request)
• Signage placed strategically near construction areas or in residential areas
• Regular field presence to ensure the safety of our customers, nearby property owners, and our construction crews
• Read the project introduction letter
• Read the project introduction fact sheet
• Community information session postcard
• Read the project update postcard

Commitment to Safety

We take every safety precaution while working in local communities, and all people working on the construction project carry identification. The project work will not interrupt electric service to homes or businesses.

Have Questions?

Keeping the lines of communication open is an important part of our work in your community.

For questions or more information about the project, please contact us at 888-926-5334 or NHProjectsInfo@eversource.com.