Dominion Energy is preparing to launch a significant infrastructure upgrade along a key electrical transmission corridor stretching from Fredericksburg to Possum Point in Prince William County.
The project, known as the Fredericksburg-Possum Point 230 kV Electric Transmission Upgrade and Rebuild, aims to replace aging equipment and bolster grid reliability as regional electricity demand grows. The existing infrastructure has served the area for more than five decades and is reaching the end of its service life.
To meet current and future energy needs, Dominion plans to rebuild much of the existing transmission line infrastructure within the current right of way, upgrade the system from 115 kV to 230 kV, and add a new 230 kV line.
“This project will help support the area’s continued load growth and maintain reliable service,” said Dominion Energy spokeswoman Aisha Khan.
The upgrade will take place in two phases:
- Phase 1, stretching from the Fredericksburg Substation to the Aquia Harbour Substation in Stafford County, is slated to begin construction in September 2025 and be completed by late 2026.
- Phase 2, extending from the Aquia Harbour Substation to the Possum Point Substation in Prince William County, is expected to begin in late 2026, with a completion date yet to be determined.
Dominion says it has made extensive efforts to keep the public informed and involved, hosting two community meetings last year, meeting individually with property owners along the route, and maintaining a project website with the latest updates.
“As part of every project, we conduct extensive studies to ensure we reasonably minimize impacts to the surrounding environment,” said Khan.
The utility is actively working to secure all necessary local, state, and environmental permits, many of which have already been approved. During construction, Dominion says customers should not experience any disruptions in service.
The project underscores Dominion’s broader efforts to modernize its infrastructure while maintaining communication with residents, businesses, and local governments.
For more information and updates, the public is encouraged to visit the project website.
