06/01/2026
Project Update: Three-Phase Electrical Upgrade- June 1st, 2026
We continue to provide regular project updates; however, visual documentation often offers helpful context regarding the significant progress being made. We are pleased to provide the community with an update on our three-phase electrical upgrade project. This initiative will improve electrical load balancing across the community and support both the current and future needs of the wastewater treatment plant.
Since this project began on May 13th, the high-line crews have made substantial progress. While some crew resources were temporarily redirected to address emergency utility pole replacements and critical work at the wastewater treatment plant site (details of which will be shared on June 2nd), the team has continued to advance the main project effectively.
The crews have successfully navigated weather challenges and a holiday weekend, during which we intentionally limited work on major roads to minimize traffic disruption. To date, they have completed the reconfiguration of 16 poles and replaced one deteriorated pole located across from Marina 1 in the WD section. This pole was identified during the initial scoping phase as being in poor condition. It was successfully replaced on Friday, May 22nd. As shown in the attached photos, the original pole was at risk of failure, which could have resulted in a power outage for the surrounding area. The new pole has been installed adjacent to the existing one. Two additional poles were discovered along this route and are under further evaluation for replacement as well before they become bigger issues.
Traffic management has gone smoothly, with only minor detours required. The crews have logged 7 full days on this project thus far, three of which were dedicated to work at the treatment plant site. All on-site activities have been carefully coordinated with the waste water plant contractors and management to avoid any disruption to operations. Crews are currently finishing up on Lake View South in the WD section, but they will have to due some additional work on that road.
We continue to coordinate closely around major deliveries to the wastewater treatment plant to ensure that construction activities and site operations do not interfere with one another, such as the scheduled concrete delivery on May 28th.
The high-line crew is currently ahead of schedule. We are very pleased with the quality of their work and their flexibility in accommodating the broader project schedule. This is a complex undertaking that requires careful planning and real-time decision-making as conditions evolve. No work will be performed the week of June 1st on this part of the project.
Background on the project:
A major electrical infrastructure improvement project is currently underway as of 8am on May 13th. Crews will be installing a third phase of power, by running new high-voltage lines from the intersection of AM Hughes Boulevard and Eagle Lake Drive to the treatment plant.
The project includes stringing new high-voltage lines along 46 existing poles, reconfiguring every pole along the route and replacing several utility poles. Crews will begin with the pole reconfigurations first and replacing the damaged poles and once that is complete, they will begin stringing the new wire. Portions of Eagle Lake Drive and Skyview Drive will experience temporary road closures during this project, with clearly marked detours in place. The work is scheduled to take approximately two to three weeks to complete. Equipment and materials have already been staged at the lake.
Power outages are not anticipated during most of the project. However, a brief planned interruption will occur on the final day when the new high-voltage line is tied into the existing grid. Minor, short-duration disruptions are also possible during utility pole replacements. Crews will make every effort to perform live wire transfers to minimize impacts.
As part of this project scope aging equipment will be replaced, trees will be trimmed as needed and poles will be shored up better if need be by adding new guy wires. Also once the plant is tied in, the high line crews will go back and balance out the sections along the route for improved power delivery.
We are coordinating closely with the high-voltage contractor, who is currently managing several priority projects for us, including emergency pole replacements. The contractor is mindful of community needs and peak usage periods and is committed to minimizing disruptions to daily operations. Both the high voltage contractor, electrical contractor, and linemen have been on site several times for project meetings and ensuring they have all materials needed and understand the scale and scope of this project. Please note that weather conditions may affect the project schedule.
This upgrade is essential to provide sufficient power capacity to the treatment plant and will significantly reduce the electrical load on lines serving the surrounding area.
Detour maps have been prepared and will be posted in advance of construction activities. The detours are designed to maximize crew safety and efficiency while minimizing inconvenience to the community. Every effort is being made to limit impacts on residents and local traffic.
We appreciate the community’s continued understanding and support as we work to complete this important infrastructure improvement.
