La Salle-Wedron (Fox River)-Ottawa: Fact Sheet
Project Overview:
			La Salle County is experiencing significant growth, especially near Ottawa and in the corridor running from Ottawa west to La Salle. Much of this growth is being fueled by the outward expansion of the Chicago metropolitan area. The prospect for continued growth requires AmerenIP to strengthen its energy delivery system in this area.
			Ameren will build two new 138,000-volt transmission lines as follows:
			-		The La Salle to the Fox River Substation at Wedron segment is about 23 miles in length.
			-		The Ottawa to the Fox River Substation segment is about 9 miles in length.
			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.
			Location of the transmission lines will provide Ameren crews with adequate access to the transmission structures for future maintenance and repair work. This will help Ameren continue to provide this area with safe, reliable electricity service.
			The line will be built with poles typically ranging from 70 to 95 feet in height. The line will use singe-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.
			Ameren will build the transmission line to specifications and standards that follow all regulatory and safety requirements.
Project Schedule:
			Following regulatory approval, the construction is expected to take two years with completion anticipated in 2008.
Cost:
			The total project cost is estimated at $28 million for the new transmission line, new substation and substation upgrades.
Landowner Notification:
			Landowners along the proposed routes are being contacted by Ameren representatives to discuss the placement of transmission line structures on the landowner’s property.