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Segment 1, 2 and 3 Construction 

Construction activities are underway on Segment 1 in Morgan and Weld counties. Construction activities continue on Segments 2 and 3, including at Canal Crossing, Goose Creek and May Valley substation. Additional construction activities will be initiated as construction permit approvals are granted by each jurisdiction. 

Construction activities include the use of helicopters to aid in the stringing of wire between poles. Xcel Energy will coordinate with the Federal Aviation Administration and local officials during operations.

Learn more about the Transmission Line Construction Process.

Interactive Construction Map

Zoom in and click on the interactive map below to see details on current construction activities along Segments 1, 2 and 3 of Colorado’s Power Pathway. This map reflects the latest construction activities:

Interactive Construction Map Keys
Color Transmission Line Construction Phase Color Substation Construction Phase
Grey No Current Construction Grey No Current Construction
Yellow Site Preparation Yellow Site Preparation
Green Install Foundation or Vibratory Caisson Blue Grading
Orange Set Transmission Pole Green Install Equipment Foundations
Purple String Conductor Wire Orange Install Equipment
Black Restoration Black Restoration

Solid dark and light red lines represent township and section boundaries.

Additional revisions may be posted; please check back as this map will reflect the most up-to-date information.