Energy & environment · 17/10/2012Updated: 10/17/2026 · 1 min read

Northeast Regional Director Approves 500-kV Transmission Line Through National Parks and Recreation Areas

The National Park Service has granted construction and right-of-way permits for a 500-kilovolt transmission line to pass through the Appalachian National Scenic Trail, Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area, and Middle Delaware National Scenic and Recreational River, following a 30-day review period