JCPL completes 10M substation expansion in Hunterdon, Mercer counties

Emily Bader//June 15, 2015//

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Jersey Central Power & Light announced Monday it has completed a $10 million substation expansion project in West Amwell Township.The expansion will benefit 75,000 customers in Hunterdon and Mercer counties, adding resiliency and reliability to its electric system.

The project includes:

A 120-ton transformer to convert voltage levels
Four new circuit breakers to protect vital equipment
New technology to prevent outages

“Completing this project in advance of the high-demand summer season adds resiliency to the transmission system now and helps meet the growing demand for electricity in the long-term,” Tony Hurley, JCP&L vice president of operations, said in a prepared statement. “The project was completed in a timely manner thanks to successful collaboration with local, county and state officials, ultimately benefiting local residents and businesses.”

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