Des Moines: Iowa Public Utilities Commission Documents Electric Transmission Line Development
The Iowa Public Utilities Commission has issued documents detailing the development of an existing electric transmission line in Howard County, Iowa. The line spans approximately 22.80 miles, connecting multiple points of electrical connection with ITC Midwest LLC and Interstate Power and Light's substation properties. The transmission line traverses through various townships and ranges, crossing multiple county roads and highways.
Key Takeaways:
- The transmission line's west terminus is located at the center of Addison Avenue near the west quarter corner of Section 31, Township 99 North, Range 14 West of the 5th Principal Meridian, Howard County, Iowa.
- The transmission line spans approximately 22.80 miles, connecting multiple points of electrical connection with ITC Midwest LLC and Interstate Power and Light's substation properties.
- The line crosses multiple county roads, including Addison Avenue, Garden Avenue, and Howard Avenue, as well as highways such as US Highway 63 and Iowa Highway 9.
- The transmission line's east terminus is located at a point of electrical connection with ITC's electric transmission line at the center of Valley Avenue at approximately 1100 feet south of the east quarter corner of Section 21, Township 99 North, Range 11 West of the 5th Principal Meridian, Howard County, Iowa.
- The transmission line passes through various townships and ranges, including Township 99 North, Range 13, 14, and 11 West of the 5th Principal Meridian.
- The total distance of this line is approximately 22.80 miles.
Statistics:
- Total distance of the transmission line: 22.80 miles
- Number of points of electrical connection: 8
- Number of county roads crossed: 6
- Number of highways crossed: 2
- Total range of townships traversed: 622.56 acres
- Total land area traversed: 32 Sections
Sources:
- Iowa Public Utilities Commission (2025). Document E-22139.
- Iowa Public Utilities Commission (2025). Exhibit A.