Stronger, More Reliable Power Coming to Trumbull and Ashtabula Counties
FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) said an 11.5-mile high-voltage transmission line in Trumbull and Ashtabula counties will be energized by the end of October 2025, after construction that began in 2023.
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FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) said an 11.5-mile high-voltage transmission line in Trumbull and Ashtabula counties will be energized by the end of October 2025, after construction that began in 2023.
The $19 million rebuild installed nearly 140 new steel structures, thicker conductors and stronger foundations to reduce outages, speed restorations and allow easier rerouting during disruptions. The project affects nearly 10,000 residents and businesses and is part of the company’s $28 billion Energize365 grid-modernization program for 2025–2029.
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- Rebuilt 11.5-mile high-voltage transmission line
- Project cost: $19 million
- Benefits nearly 10,000 residents and businesses
- Installed nearly 140 new steel structures
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- Adds to capital deployment under the $28 billion Energize365 program
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On Oct 23, the day this news came out, FE closed 1.63% below the previous close.
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Upgraded power line expected to be energized by the end of this month
American Transmission Systems, Inc. (ATSI), a FirstEnergy (NYSE: FE) company, has rebuilt an 11.5-mile high-voltage transmission line to reduce outages and speed up restoration times when service is disrupted.
Built to Withstand the Elements
The project replaces aging infrastructure with stronger poles and thicker wires capable of carrying more electricity. Nearly 140 new steel structures were installed, many anchored in deep concrete foundations to better withstand severe weather and vehicle accidents. This is especially important in open fields, where one fallen pole can knock down others like dominos, causing bigger outages.
The upgraded line will also connect with existing lines, allowing power to be rerouted more easily during outages and minimizing service disruptions.
Mark Mroczynski, President of Transmission for FirstEnergy: "We know how frustrating power outages can be, especially in rural areas where repairs can take longer. This project is all about helping to keep the electricity flowing reliably during uncontrollable events like severe weather or car accidents and making life a little easier for our customers."
Construction began in 2023, and the line is expected to be energized by the end of this month.
Part of a Bigger Investment in Reliability
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FirstEnergy is dedicated to integrity, safety, reliability and operational excellence. Its electric distribution companies form one of the nation's largest investor-owned electric systems, serving more than six million customers in
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