As the populations of Hudson and River Falls continue to grow, the demand for reliable electricity rises in tandem. This growth places increased pressure on existing infrastructure, highlighting the need for modernized and expanded transmission lines and associated substations. To provide voltage support for the area, Xcel Energy is proposing to build a new transmission line to connect the 115kV line north of River Falls to the 115kV line north of Hudson. This important transmission and distribution project will provide significant benefits to electric customers throughout the area and support residential, commercial and industrial development in western Wisconsin (particularly in northern Pierce County and into southern St. Croix County)

Regulatory process and review
Xcel Energy is committed to providing the public with opportunities to give feedback and recommendations on the proposed routes. Xcel Energy will begin the public outreach and regulatory processes ahead of filing a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) with the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin (PSCW) in early 2026. Using a combination of the route segment options described above, Xcel Energy will propose two end-to-end route options in its CPCN application to the PSCW. If approved, the PSCW will select one route option. Initial construction activities are anticipated to begin in 2028 and continue through 2031. Final route proposals will be determined after working with local landowners, local governments and other key stakeholders.

 

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