In a message dated 8/12/01 9:27:12 PM Central Daylight Time, ford@cmgate.com
writes:
> The local power utility just notified me that they intend to "upgrade" a
> line running 1/4 mile from the QTH to 115kV. They describe 65' wooden
poles
> with 52" insulators (much bigger than existing insulators) held horizontal
> from the pole with 8' spacing.
>
> A public hearing is being held on 8/27 to allow the public to address
> "concerns" to a representative of the utility.
>
> 1) Do I care?
> 2) Are 52" insulators adequate?
> 3) Are there issues that I should address to the "representative?"
> 4) How can I learn more about this to find out if it is properly
engineered?
>
> The existing 69kV line is very noisy when you drive under or along the line
> (on an AM radio). I have power line issues on low bands now. I don't want
> them to get worse!
>
> Thanks for the help.
>
> Ford-N0FP
> ford@cmgate.com
The new insulators might reduce the noise, at least for a while.
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