Topic:"Infrastructure Planning" in M12506

DESCRIPTION: L7005 is a 159.3 kilometre (740 Structures) 230kV transmission line, built in 1983, that connects 67N Onslow to 3C Port Hastings substations. This project is required to replace deteriorated assets that have been identified th...

AI summary L7005 is a 230kV transmission line requiring replacement of deteriorated assets, including 44 structures and other components, as part of a project to upgrade infrastructure identified through NS Power's inspection program.

Why do this project? The transmission line inspection program identified deteriorated assets that require replacement to avoid transmission interruptions. Failure to complete this project would compromise the reliable operation of this lin...

AI summary The transmission line inspection program identified deteriorated assets requiring replacement to avoid interruptions. Failure to replace them would compromise system reliability and reduce corridor transfer capacity.

Why do this project now? This work has been prioritized based on the condition of the transmission line assets as determined through NS Power's transmission line inspection program results, as well as the criticality of the line to the ove...

AI summary This project is prioritized due to the condition of transmission line assets and their criticality to system operation. The project is considered in-service once the first portion is complete in May 2022, with the Final Cost Date set for December 2023, six months after the final work is completed in June 2023.

M12506 - CI C0041805 – L7005 Replacements and Upgrades Phase 2 – $2,910,451 (FIN) On October 6, 2025, Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted a final cost capital approval (FIN) application in the amount of $2,910,451 to the Board. This applicati...

AI summary Nova Scotia Power Inc. submitted a final cost capital approval application for the L7005 Replacements and Upgrades Phase 2 project, requesting $2,910,451, which is $272,067 less than the original approved amount. The project involved replacing deteriorated assets on a 230kV transmission line. The delay in completion was due to transmission line outages and other work, with final invoicing delayed until February 2025. The Board approved the final cost.