I&M Announces $34 Million Electric Network Improvement Project in Fort Wayne

Indiana Michigan Power is planning to upgrade its electric transmission network that serves downtown Fort Wayne. The $34 million Eastern Melita Area Improvements Project involves:

The Eastern Melita Area Improvements Project involves:

  • Building about 5 miles of 69-kilovolt (kV) power lines
  • Rebuilding about 3 miles of 69-kV power lines
  • Removing about 5 miles of transmission lines
  • Upgrading 6 substations:
  • Lincoln Substation, located off State Route 930 at Estella Avenue
  • Melita Substation, located at the intersection of Melita Street and Webster Street
  • Anthony Substation, located at the intersection of South Anthony Boulevard and Lanternier
    Street
  • TRFT Three Rivers Water Filtration Switch, located off Griswold Drive
  • Omnisource Substation, located off East Washington Boulevard near South Coliseum
    Boulevard
  • Wet Weather Pumping Station (WWPS) Stormwater, located off Dwenger Avenue
  • INCA Tap Switch, located between Anthony and Lincoln Substations


I&M says the improvements help ensure reliable electric service for area customers, reduce the need for frequent equipment repairs and prepare the electric grid for economic growth.

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