Dominion Energy drops proposed route for Virginia power line project | FOX 5 DC
What we know:
The project, which aims to address growing energy demands and massive data centers in the region, previously included Routes 5 and 12, collectively known as the Blue Route.
FOX 5 has learned that the Blue Route has now been eliminated. The route would have directly impacted thousands of residents, primarily in the Braemar neighborhood of Bristow, as it crossed through the middle section of Prince William County.
Additionally, FOX 5 has learned that Prince William County does not plan to grant easements for Dominion to cross county property for this transmission project.
…During a virtual meeting, Dominion announced it is exploring the possibility of placing power lines underground, a solution local advocacy groups have long championed.