UPDATE OCT 14: Following FirstEnergy’s October 5 presentation, the Board of Supervisors agreed that many project details remain unanswered—including viewshed impacts on Shenandoah National Park, environmental safeguards, and the rationale for taller steel monopoles and right-of-way expansions. The County is submitting formal written questions to FirstEnergy.
‼️ Take Action: Contact your district supervisor today to submit your questions regarding project costs, justification, and land-use impacts.
FirstEnergy (Potomac Edison) will be making a presentation to the Page County Board of Supervisors regarding the proposed Page-Sperryville 138 kV Transmission Line Rebuild Project.
Because this infrastructure project passes through Page County farmland, scenic viewsheds, and the Shenandoah National Park, we want to ensure you’re informed on the project.
Meeting Details
Date: Monday, October 5
Time: 7:00 pm
Location: Page County Administration Building (103 S. Court St., Luray)
Note: This presentation is part of a Board work session, meaning there will be no public comment period during the meeting. However, public attendance is welcomed and helps demonstrate that the community is following this process.
Overview of the Proposed Project
According to preliminary project materials:
Scope: A rebuild of approximately 14 miles of existing 138 kV line between the Page Substation (near the fairgrounds) and the Sperryville Substation in Rappahannock County.
Structures: Existing 50’–75′ wooden structures will be replaced with 65’–115′ steel monopoles.
Right-of-Way: Cleared right-of-way could be expanded by up to 15 additional feet (reaching up to 80 feet wide).
What We’re Listening For
While reliable energy infrastructure is essential in rural areas, thoughtful planning will help minimize impacts on local land, water, and scenic assets that support the farming and tourism industry. As FirstEnergy presents to the supervisors, here is what we hope to learn more about:
Visual Impacts: Clear viewshed mappings showing structure heights and canopy visibility, particularly relative to Shenandoah National Park and Page Valley views.
Environmental Safeguards: Detailed plans for stream crossings, slope protection, and minimizing footprint during construction and right-of-way expansion.
Project Design & Land Footprint: Clarification on the design choices driving the taller steel monopoles and 15-foot right-of-way expansion, and how FirstEnergy is working with landowners along the corridor.
How You Can Participate
1. Dig into Project Details on First Energy’s website.
2. Attend the Meeting: Even without a public comment session, attending in person shows our supervisors that you care about thoughtful planning in Page County.
3. Contact Your Supervisor: If you have questions or specific concerns ahead of Monday’s meeting, reach out directly to your district supervisor to let them know.
We will continue to follow this project closely and share updates as details and environmental studies become available.