NOTICE TO CUSTOMERS
To maintain necessary clearances for safe and reliable electric service, Appalachian Power plans to manage vegetation along a portion of its 34.5kilovolt and 12kv distribution system in Mercer County, Mcdowell County, and Monroe County W.Va. On or about July 7th thru Dec.31st 2023, contract crews will begin to trim and remove trees and brush along our rights of way. Work will be done in accordance with International Society of Arboriculture guidelines and take into account factors such as tree species, growth characteristics, line voltage, etc. In unmaintained or undeveloped areas, cuttings will remain on site to minimize soil disturbance and to promote biodegradation. Rights of way in the area involved in the program are:
Sourwood Jolo, McDowell County WV
New Hope Black Oak, Mercer County WV
Berwind Berwind ,McDowell County WV
Berwind Newhall ,McDowell County WV
Speedway Athens, Mercer County WV
Peters Mtn. Linside, Monroe County WV
Belcher Mtn Maitland, McDowell County WV
Carswell Eckman, McDowell County WV
Carswell Keystone, McDowell County WV
Representatives will attempt to personally contact resident property owners at least seven business days prior to working on their property. Specifics regarding your property may be discussed at that time. If you are a nonresident property owner and have questions regarding our right-of-way maintenance, please contact:
Appalachian Power Company
Forestry Department
304-327-2232
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