Pacific Gas and Electric Company

Newark - Ravenswood 230kV Reconductor Project

Wilson performed the complete installation, testing, and commissioning of all equipment for the Newark–Ravenswood 230kV transmission line reconductor project. The project involved approximately 7 miles of double-circuit overhead transmission line.

>WILSON FEATURED ON CHANNEL 5 KPIX IN THE BAY AREA

The line began at Newark Substation and traversed environmentally sensitive regions and the Cargill salt ponds before crossing the Dumbarton Bridge. The pre-existing line was supported by lattice steel towers consisting mostly of BA tower types. The old conductor was very fragile, and the crew used extreme care to safely remove it.

The project included many congested areas. Therefore, when working near the Dumbarton Bridge, heavy guard structures made of netting and steel poles were required in addition to a barge and matting.