The Department of Energy's Grid Infrastructure Deployment and Resilience (CFDA 81.254) program awarded a $172,961,605 Project Grant to Avista Corporation to rebuild over 40 miles of the Lolo-Oxbow 230kV transmission line in the Imnaha region, effectively increasing the line capacity by 57% during summer months. The project will also construct a new Pallette Junction Station and rebuild 25 miles of the 230kV line south of Imnaha. These infrastructure upgrades aim to improve the reliability, resilience, and flexibility of the electric grid in the region. The grant was awarded on January 1, 2025, with a target completion date of December 31, 2029.
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