Great Lakes Energy

Project consisted of the reconstruction of four miles of three-phase overhead distribution line.

The line reconstruction project was undertaken to increase capacity and reliability on this distribution circuit commencing at Boyne City Substation. The project included coordination with WPCI for multiple 69kV transmission line crossings and MDOT for a state highway crossing. All line sections through this hilly terrain were designed to accommodate communications underbuild.

Engineering services included:

  • Distribution line design
  • Coordination with WPCI on transmission crossings
  • MDOT permitting
  • Staking sheet preparation
  • Construction assembly drawings
  • RUS 790 Contract documents
  • Material procurement
  • Construction staking                                       
  • Construction observation
  • Inspection for RUS219 approval
  • RUS Closeout documentation                           

Additional Info

  • Project: Distribution Line Reconstruction #305 Boyne City BC1
  • Client: Great Lakes Energy
  • Location: Boyne City, Michigan