MidAtlantic Resiliency Link

The proposed MidAtlantic Resiliency Link project would strengthen the electric grid, increase access to affordable energy and help power what matters most – our homes, our businesses and our way of life. Part of a broader initiative to enhance our region's electric grid, this proposed transmission project consists of building a new approximately 107.5-mile 500-kV transmission line that connects a substation in Dunkard Township, Pennsylvania, near the West Virginia border to a connection point near Gore, Virginia. This transmission line is bi-directional, carrying power both east-to-west and west-to-east.

The project includes a new 500/138-kV substation in Frederick County, Virginia, as well as an interconnection to existing substations on the Maryland and Pennsylvania sides of the West Virginia border thereby increasing and enhancing local energy distribution in all four states.  

This investment in critical transmission infrastructure will help power America with homegrown energy and support the nation’s long-term energy independence. 

The MidAtlantic Resiliency Link has submitted siting applications to the respective state utility commissions in West Virginia and Maryland. Siting applications will be filed with Pennsylvania and Virginia in the coming weeks.

Project Status

Working alongside the community

NextEra Energy Transmission, LLC subsidiaries¹ were selected by the regional grid operator to develop the proposed MidAtlantic Resiliency Link as part of a portfolio of transmission solutions meant to address the regional grid’s electricity reliability needs in the coming years. By investing in reliable transmission infrastructure, we strengthen America’s energy grid for families and businesses here locally and across the region.

We are committed to establishing an ongoing, transparent dialogue with local communities along the project route and stakeholders to ensure a successful project. Together, we’re strengthening the grid and powering what matters most for the community and America. 

Providing reliable power for your family 

The MidAtlantic Resiliency Link will enhance the existing power grid in the region to help maintain the reliable service you depend on. 

Supporting essential services 

Helping power our communities today and in the future with a stronger, more resilient grid built to support hospitals, emergency response, fire departments and other essential services for decades to come. 

Protecting the environment 

NextEra Energy Transmission subsidiaries are committed to meeting the region’s energy needs with minimal effect on the local environment. 

Generating long-term local revenue

Create millions of dollars in tax revenue over the life of the project to support municipalities and school systems along the route.