Project summary

ATC is building and upgrading 69-kilovolt electric transmission facilities from the Portage Substation to the Montello Substation. Construction of approximately 6.5 miles of new right-of-way began in January 2006.

This project helps address growth and meets residential demands for electricity; upgrades structures that date back approximately 50 years; and clears and maintains areas along the line to avoid future outages due to interference.

Construction of this project is occurring in three phases, the first starting in January 2006. See the project map for further details.

At a glance
Communities affected: Portage; Fort Winnebago; Buffalo; Montello; communities in both Columbia and Marquette counties will benefit from improved electric system reliability.
Length of line: Approximately 11 miles
End points: Portage Substation and Montello Substation on west side of Montello
Voltage: 69 kilovolts
Status of project: Under construction

Schedule
Construction is under way and is occurring in three phases.

Phase 1: January - March 2006 -- Install new right-of-way (2 miles) and remove existing lines from Portage to French Creek.

Phase 2: March - June 2006 -- Install new right-of-way (4.5 miles) and remove existing lines from French Creek to Endeavor.

Phase 3: June - November 2006 -- Upgrade structures and lines from Endeavor to the Montello Substation.

Lines are expected to be in service in December 2006.

For more information or to comment on this project, e-mail Kurt Hendrickson or call 1-866-899-3204, ext. 3625.