Ameren Illinois – AmerenCIPS, AmerenCILCO and AmerenIP Transmission and Substation Projects
Use the information and links below to learn about proposed transmission and substation projects that are important to Ameren’s ability to delivery electricity.
	La Salle-Wedron (Fox River)-Ottawa The prospect for continued growth in La Salle County requires AmerenIP to strengthen its energy delivery system in this area by building two new 138,000-volt transmission lines as follows:    (1) The  approximately 23-mile La Salle to the Fox River Substation at Wedron segment. (2) The roughly 9-mile Ottawa to the Fox River Substation segment. View map of routes.    Ameren will upgrade the North La Salle and Ottawa Substations. A new substation, known as Fox River, will be constructed at Wedron. In total, Ameren must acquire right-of-way for approximately 32 miles of transmission line. The line will be built with poles typically ranging from 70 to 95 feet in height. The line will use single-shaft steel poles, which will minimize the impact on agricultural production. Steel lattice-type towers may be used for the crossing of the Fox River. Regulatory approval is pending. Construction is scheduled to begin in 2008. Find more information about the project in the fact sheet.