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Construction Info


Leeds, Maine

Leeds, Maine

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In Leeds, the MPRP proposes to add a new 115 kV transmission line in the existing corridor that traverses the town from north to south in the western portion of town. The new 115 kV transmission line will run on single-pole structures averaging 75 feet in height adjacent to the existing lines for approximately 8.5 miles.

Permits & Approvals

Leeds Permit Approval

12/21/2009

Approval of permit by planning board and/or CEO
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Leeds Permit Application

11/16/2009

Application submitted to town for necessary permits
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News & Events

MPRP reaches milestone with 1000th pole set in Leeds

January 05, 2012

CMP transmission project marks milestone as crews set 1000th pole
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Construction continues in Leeds

December 28, 2011

Crews work on new 115 kV line
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Construction Preparation in Leeds

September 29, 2011

Crews are beginning to stockpile timber mats on CMP's corridor in Leeds
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Crew Saves Detroit Barn

August 10, 2011

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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Albion Road Autotransformer Delivered

August 11, 2011

Photos of the massive 345-kV autotransformer being delivered to Benton from Searsport.
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Transmission & Distribution World features MPRP!

July 15, 2011

"Jobs Meet Reliability" - How the MPRP is Strengthening Maine's Grid and Economy
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CMP donates Mud Pond to Stanton Bird Club

July 15, 2011

241 acres of land surrounding Mud Pond in Monmouth transferred for conservation
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CMP's Policies Manage Osprey Nests Responsibly

July 12, 2011

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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Prep for New Section 251 in Livermore Falls

July 11, 2011

Crews prepare for new transmission line construction in the Section 200 corridor
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Herald/Telegram Feature: CMP & Local Timber Mat Producers

June 10, 2011

Portland Press Herald/ Maine Sunday Telegram article highlights work of local timber mat suppliers for the MPRP
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