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In Biddeford, the Maine Power Reliability Program includes work in the existing transmission line corridor that extends through the northwestern portion of the city for approximately 2.25 miles, from Arundel northeasterly to Saco. The corridor is approximately 300’ in width although currently only about 260’ of the corridor is cleared of trees. Currently the corridor contains two 115 kV lines, Section 163 and Section 238. A 34.5 kV distribution line, Section 175, is also within the corridor for a distance of about 370’ from the Saco River, at which point it leaves the corridor and heads easterly in its own corridor.
The proposed upgrades in Biddeford involve:
Includes permit conditions set by Planning Board
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Application submitted to town for necessary permits
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Construction progresses from Saco into Biddeford
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Clearing is nearing completion in select areas
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Anthony Iannello and Jared Haney, L.E. Myers Co., fought a barn fire on Troy Rd. in Detroit while returning from MPRP jobsite.
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Photos of the massive 345-kV autotransformer being delivered to Benton from Searsport.
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"Jobs Meet Reliability" - How the MPRP is Strengthening Maine's Grid and Economy
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241 acres of land surrounding Mud Pond in Monmouth transferred for conservation
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Hundreds of ospreys nest on our utility poles. We share your concerns for the safety of these birds, and our company has policies and personnel in place to manage these nests responsibly.
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Portland Press Herald/ Maine Sunday Telegram article highlights work of local timber mat suppliers for the MPRP
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