Ivanpah-Control Project

The Ivanpah-Control Project will enhance the safety of Southern California Edison’s (SCE’s) sub-transmission system, controlled by the California Independent System Operator (CAISO). The project is now in the initial planning phase. SCE filed a project application with the California Publics Utilities Commission (CPUC) in  2019, and subsequently an amended application was filed in 2020. If approved by the CPUC, the project is anticipated to begin construction in mid-2027.

The project will follow CPUC safety standards and include remediation activities such as replacing existing structures with taller structures and increasing conductor (wire) ground clearances. Most of the construction will take place in the existing transmission line rights-of-way to minimize environmental impacts. The estimated project completion date is mid-2030.

 

The north-south portion extends from Bishop (Inyo County) in the north south through Ridgecrest (Kern County) to Kramer Junction (San Bernardino County). From there the project goes east through Barstow and follows Interstate-15 to Ivanpah Substation. The east-west portion is located entirely within San Bernardino County.

Expose as Block
No

Prior to construction, crews will be in the area performing survey work and testing. Once construction begins, crews may be performing the following work in your area:

  • Replacing existing structures with steel poles
  • Replacing conductors (wires) and associated infrastructure on portions of existing transmission lines
  • Scheduling temporary power outages during construction
  • Establishing temporary construction staging areas for crews and construction equipment, including crane and helicopter pads
  • Trimming or removing vegetation, when necessary, in and around construction
  • Maintaining or improving access roads in and around construction
  • Scheduling temporary street closures, as needed, for safety
Expose as Block
No

Expose as Block
No