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SWIP North developers ask county for updated support; commissioners approve drafting support

Elko County Board of Commissioners · July 16, 2025
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Summary

LS Power/partner representative asked Elko County for a renewed resolution or letter supporting the SWIP North 500 kV transmission corridor; commissioners moved and carried a voice vote to draft a support letter or resolution ahead of federal and state permit filings.

Lane Singleton presented the northern 285‑mile portion of the Southwest Intertie Project (SWIP North), which he said would complete a 500‑kV transmission corridor with roughly 144 miles located in Elko County. He described project history (originally permitted by Idaho Power, later purchased by LS Power), noted the developer will file UWEPA permit applications soon, and asked the board for an updated resolution of support to assist federal and state permitting.

"It is an important project," Singleton said, adding the line will provide about 1,000 megawatts of north–south transmission capacity to NV Energy "at no cost to Nevada ratepayers." Commissioners discussed construction timing (proposed spring 2026 start, about two years) and workforce distribution. A motion to draft a letter of support was moved, seconded and carried by voice vote.

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