PUBLIC INVOLVEMENT PROCESS
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Grid Essential!
When developing transmission line routes, NPPD typically follows a comprehensive public involvement process within the involved area/communities. The importance of gathering comments from the public on any proposed route is a vital component in the route siting/decision-making process. The public will have numerous opportunities to provide input and information to the project team for consideration.
ENVIRONMENTAL CONSIDERATIONS
NPPD is aware that there could be sensitive environmental issues and areas associated with projects involving the construction of new transmission lines. It is important that any such issues or areas be identified early in the project planning. That is why NPPD's public involvement process includes a critical environmental component. NPPD's environmental staff and their representatives will meet and work closely with appropriate regulatory agencies and interest groups, and we will gather environment-related information during public meetings. Such information may include, but is not limited to, wetlands; threatened, endangered or sensitive species; cultural resources; and native prairies. This environmental information will be part of the route selection criteria.
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Brenda Sanne
Corporate Communications Supervisor
Email: gridessential@nppd.com
Toll Free: 1-888-677-3412
LEARN MORE
- NPPD Overview Video
- NPPD Closer Look Brochure
- How Electricity is Delivered
- Typical NPPD Line Capabilities
Representatives associated with NPPD's Grid Essential Projects may be working in your area. They will be carrying identification that includes the Grid Essential logo. |
NPPD’s electric grid is an essential link to ensuring reliability of service for our customers. A “Grid Essential” Transmission Project does one or more of the following….
- Supports economic development and increased system demand for electricity
- Produces a vital link between generation and load
- Builds access to regional or national wholesale energy markets
- Strengthens reliability through investments in new and existing infrastructure
TRANSMISSION LINE PROJECTS
AXTELL to KANSAS
345,000-volt
53 miles
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SOUTH SIOUX CITY
115,000-volt
17 miles (approximately) - 2 line segments
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BROKEN BOW - New
115,000-volt
8 miles (approximately)
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TRANSCANADA KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE
115,000-volt
74 miles (approximately) - 3 line segments
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