Proposed transmission line slated to end in Frederick County

Proposed transmission line slated to end in Frederick County

News ClipThe Frederick News-Post·Frederick County, MD·7/1/2026

The Valley North Project proposes a 260-mile-long transmission line spanning from Frederick County, Maryland, to Putnam County, West Virginia. An open house was held in Brunswick to gather community feedback, where attendees expressed concerns about the project.

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The Valley North Project involves the construction of a new 260-mile-long, 765,000-volt transmission line that would extend from Frederick County, Maryland, to Putnam County, West Virginia. The proposed route, which is not yet finalized, would connect three substations, one of which is already in existence.

A public open house was hosted at Brunswick Fire Hall to provide information about the project and collect feedback from community members. Attendees at the event voiced various concerns regarding the transmission line proposal.