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East Meadow Circles 4/12kV Conversion

Project typeUtilities Electric - System Improvement
Project value$1,700,000

Project Description

This project will convert the primary electric distribution system in the East Charleston/Alma Street/East Meadow Drive/Middlefield Road area from 4kV to 12kV.

Scope of Work

Replace and install new air switches for the ability to redistribute and backup power.
Replace utility poles that are in poor condition.
Replace pole hardware with equipment rated for 12kV.
Replace overhead and pad mount distribution transformers that have reached the end of its useful life.
Replace pole top transformers with pad mount transformers where possible.
Underground primary lines where feasible.
Convert primary voltage from 4kV to 12kV after all equipment has been replaced.

Project Status

The project is split into 6 design and construction phases. Engineering design for Phase 1 is in-progress.

Project Timeline

Phase 1
Spring 2021 - Summer 2021
- Substructure installation and utility pole work for Wright Place and Starr King Circle.
Phase 2
Fall 2021 - Spring 2022
- Substructure installation and utility pole work for Carlson Circle and Redwood Circle.
Phase 3
Fall 2021 - Spring 2022
- Substructure installation and utility pole work for Ramona Circle and Roosevelt Circle.
Phase 4
Fall 2022 - Spring 2023
- Substructure installation and utility pole work for South Court and Bryant Street, between East Meadow Drive and Redwood Circle.
Phase 5
Fall 2022 - Spring 2023
- Substructure installation and utility pole work along Redwood Circle between South Court and Lindero Drive.
Phase 6
Fall 2023 - Spring 2024
- Substructure installation and utility pole work along East Meadow Drive and E Charleston Road between Middlefield Roads and the Waverly Bike/Pedestrian path.