The LCRA Transmission Services Corporation Board convened on September 24, 2025, to discuss key infrastructure upgrades aimed at enhancing system reliability and capacity. The board approved three significant projects as part of the annual capital plan, which had previously received approval in May.

The first project is the installation of a mobile capacitor bank, designed to provide operational flexibility and support necessary outages. This mobile unit will connect at both 69 kV and 138 kV voltage classes, with an estimated completion date of October 31, 2027, and a projected cost of $3.4 million.

The second project involves upgrading switching structures at two substations in Colorado County, near Eagle Lake. This upgrade aims to improve system reliability and operational efficiency, with a completion target of June 30, 2026, and an estimated cost of $11.3 million.

Lastly, the board approved the upgrade of the power transformer capacity at the Avant substation in Hamilton County. This project will utilize a previously mobile transformer, ensuring cost-effectiveness. The completion date is set for May 15, 2026, with an estimated cost of $6.1 million.

During the meeting, board members inquired about the useful life of these projects, which typically span several decades, depending on various factors including equipment conditions and regional load growth.

All proposed projects received unanimous approval from the board, marking a significant step forward in enhancing the reliability and efficiency of the transmission system in Texas.