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Lyon County gives first reading to resolution backing regional energy corridor
Summary
Representatives presented a 53‑mile Penrod energy corridor proposal and the fiscal court gave the measure a first reading; the presenter said Fort Campbell and industrial customers have expressed interest and construction could start this summer if funding holds. The resolution was read in summary form and supported by a motion and voice assent.
Tim Thomas, who identified himself as representing the Nimrod Regional Energy Agency, told the Lyon County fiscal court that the agency seeks local endorsements for a proposed Penrod (PREA) Energy Corridor, a roughly 53‑mile, minimum 16‑inch natural gas pipeline intended to serve industrial customers and to attract new heavy industry.
"We hope to begin construction this summer," Thomas said, adding that the project would tie to an existing pipeline near Lamasco, cross under Interstate 24 and proceed toward the Tennessee line and Guthrie Industrial Park. He said Fort Campbell has approached the project for a redundant supply and that approximately 70% of required parcels have been acquired.
Thomas asked the court to adopt a supporting resolution to strengthen the project’s case for federal grant funding, saying that more grant aid reduces the amount the project must borrow and lowers customer rates. He also said property owners along the route could be offered optional tie‑ins for agricultural or residential uses, though the corridor’s primary focus is industrial demand.
After Thomas’ presentation, an unidentified court member moved to approve the resolution "as printed," and the motion was seconded. The resolution was read in summary form as "Lyon County, Kentucky Resolution 2025‑03," which the read text described as endorsing the Penrod Regional Energy Agency’s efforts and encouraging state and federal officials to seek necessary funding. The court took a voice assent during the reading; the transcript records the chair saying, "All in favor," but no roll‑call tally was provided.
The resolution summary and a complete copy are available in the office of the Lyon County Judge Executive during normal business hours, the court said. The first reading was completed; the measure’s further procedural steps (final vote date or adoption status) were not specified during the meeting.
The presentation and reading combined project details (route, length, diameter), potential customers (including Fort Campbell), a construction timeline estimate (about 6–9 months once started), and a request that the county’s endorsement aid federal grant applications.
