This project was completed to provide a second reliable transmission source into the rapidly growing Traverse City, Michigan area. The transmission line was constructed with traditional round wood poles, laminated wood poles, and self-supporting steel poles. An optical ground wire was included for utility communications, relaying, and SCADA control. The project was completed as part of a critical system upgrade including a new switching station and distribution substation upgrades.
Engineering services included:
- Project planning & cost estimating
- Route selection & surveying
- ROW Procurement
- Environmental Assessment
- Transmission line design
- Material procurement
- Bidding & contract documents
- Construction observation
- Record drawings
- Closeout documentation
