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New England Power presents pole-replacement plan for ROW; Conservation Commission continues review
Summary
New England Power described a multi-month program to replace poles and improve access in the right-of-way; commissioners asked for clearer erosion- and restoration-plans and continued the notice of intent until DEP file number and additional detail are provided.
New England Power—s consultants presented a right-of-way maintenance and asset condition refurbishment project to the Southborough Conservation Commission and the commission voted to continue the matter to a later hearing for additional documentation, including a MassDEP file number and clearer erosion-control and restoration details.
The proposal covers pole replacements, reconductoring and vegetation management along the utility corridor that runs to the Sudbury Reservoir area. The applicant said the work will include short-term access-road improvements, selective grading, and the use of temporary construction mats to protect wetland soils where heavy equipment is required.
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