Client: Dominion Energy via C2 Environmental Inc.
Approximate Design Cost: $159,800
Project Timeline: Design 2021-Present, Construction 2023-present
Project Manager: Scott C. Blossom, P.E., CFM, LEED AP
Design Engineers: Elisabetta Civiletto, Courtney Samuels
Environmental Scientists: Ryan J. Schopp, Katie Foster, Mimi Hill
The Line 574 Ladysmith-Elmont project involved the complete rebuilding of an existing overhead 500kV electric transmission line, including the support structures and overhead wire for Dominion Energy Virginia (Dominion). This project, located in Virginia, has been split into phases to address complex project constraints. Phase 1 extends approximately 13.5 miles from the Ladysmith substation in Caroline County to SR. 63, and Phase 2 extends approximately 12.66 miles south to the Elmont substation in Hanover County. The project area consisted of existing, maintained right-of-way, forested cover, managed turf, and impervious cover. Soils in the project area are generally characterized as having slight to severe erosion hazard and a moderate to severe rutting hazard. Part of the project area was located on National Park Service property.
Project Role
BCE coordinated closely with regulatory agencies regarding proposed access routes and protective measures for sensitive resources. BCE conducted an erosion and sediment control review and stormwater analysis. This last specifically for the creation of a permanent construction entrances and a road fill and revegetation for access to STR. 82 located on National Park Service (NPS) property. Water quantity and quality compliance were achieved using the Virginia Runoff Reduction Method (VRRM) and Energy Balance Methodology. BCE also considered impacts on adjacent properties and safety consideration associated with construction access. BCE assisted with initial site assessments and served as engineer of record for the multi-phase project.
