Regulatory Dispute Over Transmission Line Project in Texas

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The Public Utility Commission of Texas has issued a regulatory document related to the Rockhound Switch-to-Connell Switch 345-kV Transmission Line Project in Midland and Martin counties. The project, proposed by Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, will affect property owned by Lazy Leven Ranch, LLC, which has filed a Motion to Intervene in the docket. The ranch's owners are seeking a hearing to determine the best route for the transmission line, citing concerns that the proposed route does not comply with PURA § 37.056.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Public Utility Commission of Texas has issued a regulatory document related to the Rockhound Switch-to-Connell Switch 345-kV Transmission Line Project.
  • The project, proposed by Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC, will affect property owned by Lazy Leven Ranch, LLC.
  • Lazy Leven Ranch, LLC has filed a Motion to Intervene in the docket and is seeking a hearing to determine the best route for the transmission line.
  • The ranch's owners are citing concerns that the proposed route does not comply with PURA § 37.056.
  • A hearing on the merits and associated preparation may be necessary to fairly adjudicate the matter.
  • Lazy Leven Ranch, LLC is requesting a revised procedural schedule be drafted for consideration by the parties and any other relief to which it may be justly entitled.

Statistics:

  • The Rockhound Switch-to-Connell Switch 345-kV Transmission Line Project is located in Midland and Martin counties in Texas.
  • The project affects property owned by Lazy Leven Ranch, LLC.
  • Oncor Electric Delivery Company LLC has filed an application to amend its certificate of convenience and necessity for the project.
  • The application was filed on September 16, 2025.

Sources:

  • APPLICATION OF ONCOR ELECTRIC DELIVERY COMPANY LLC TO AMBLE ITS CERTIFICATE OF CONVENIENCE AND NECESSITY FOR THE ROCKHOUND SWITCH-TO-CONNELL SWITCH 345-KV TRANSMISSION LINE IN MIDLAND AND MARTIN COUNTIES
  • PUC Docket No. 58519
  • LAZY LEVEN RANCH, LLC'S REQUEST FOR HEARING ON THE MERITS TO THE HONORABLE ADMINISTRATIVE LAW JUDGE