Project Overview
The Rock Tavern to Sugarloaf Upgrade is a 12 mile electric transmission upgrade that will strengthen the grid between the Rock Tavern and Sugarloaf substations by replacing an aging overhead 115kV (115,000 volts) line on lattice structures with a new 115kV line on monopole structures in an existing transmission corridor.
Why is This Needed?
The New York Public Commission and the New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) identified a transmission upgrade in Orange County to maximize other system upgrades that will relieve grid congestion and bring more renewable energy from upstate to downstate. Learn more about the NYISO Public Policy Transmission Plan here.
Core Components
All work in utility rights-of-way or property
Replaces nearly 100 year old 115kV line on lattice structures with a new 115kV line on monopole structures for approx. 12 miles Upgrades to the existing Rock Tavern and Sugarloaf substations
Description of the project in each community
*Please note all mileage is approximate.
Estimated Timeline
Permitting started in 2020, and construction is anticipated to be complete in 2023.
About New York Transco
The Project is being developed and permitted by New York Transco, a New York-based, New York-focused owner and developer of electric transmission facilities. New York Transco is owned by affiliates of National Grid, Con Edison, AVANGRID, and CH Energy Group.