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 and Mcdowell County W.Va. On or about February 1st thru Dec.31st 2022, 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 Rockridge, McDowell County WV
Sourwood Jolo, McDowell County WV
Yukon War, McDowell County WV
Yukon Bradshaw, McDowell County WV
Yukon Carretta, McDowell County WV
South Princeton Princeton , Mercer County WV
South Princeton Glenwood, Mercer County WV
Princeton East Town, Mercer County WV
Princeton Athens Rd, Mercer County WV
Princeton Thorn Street, Mercer County WV
Glen Lyn Glen Lyn, Mercer County WV
Glen Lyn Peterstown, Mercer County WV
New Hope Black Oak, Mercer 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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