| Project Detail |
Project Summary Areas benefited: Iowa, Wisconsin and the Midwest Length of line: Approximately 102 to 120 miles Voltage: 345,000 volts End points: The western end point of the line will be in Dubuque County, Iowa. The eastern end point of the line will be the Cardinal Substation in the Town of Middleton, Wisconsin. If approved, the project also will include construction of a new intermediate substation in the Montfort, Wis., area A project area from Dubuque County, Iowa, to Dane County, Wisconsin, has been identified for the approximately 102- to 120-mile, 345-kilovolt line. Studies indicate that the Cardinal-Hickory Creek Project is a multi-benefit project that would deliver benefits to local communities and the Midwest region by: Improving electric system reliability locally and regionally Delivering economic benefits for utilities and electric consumers Expanding infrastructure to support public policy for greater use of renewables Anticipated Schedule Public involvement Began in 2014 Applications filed with state regulators 2018 Anticipated decision from state regulators on applications 2019-2020 Planned project in service 2023 |
