Indiana Michigan Power is planning to invest $41 million in a project to rebuild and upgrade electric services in southwestern Michigan and northern Indiana.
The South Bend-Niles Transmission Line Project involves updating a power substation and about 12 miles of electric transmission line from Niles to South Bend.
The project involves rebuilding about four miles of power line from the Four Flag Substation in Niles to the Indiana state line on Stateline Road, rebuilding about eight miles of power line from Stateline Road to South Bend Substation on Edison Road and upgrading the University Park Substation off Indiana State Road 23.
According to I&M, the project strengthens the local electric transmission system by replacing aging poles and wires from the 1960’s with modern equipment. Upgrading the substation increases capacity to address growing demand for electricity in the community. These project improvements optimize the line’s operational performance, reduce the likelihood of extended power outages and enhance electric reliability for area customers, according to I&M.
Construction on the project is set to begin by Spring 2025 and conclude by early 2026. Community members are encouraged to visit I&M’s project page at IndianaMichiganPower.com/SouthBend-Niles to access information, view graphics and maps.
