Jersey Central Power & Light (JCP&L) is in the process of upgrading a transmission substation in Morristown to minimize the impact of power outages caused by flooding.
Basically, the $78 million project involves raising the equipment within the substation to keep it above floodwaters. The facility is located on the Whippany River, which has become more flood prone in recent years. This project will enhance reliability for 23,000 JCP&L customers in northern New Jersey
“This project is a major undertaking that will help ensure that our customers continue to receive the safe, reliable service they expect from us even as our state sees increasing impacts from Mother Nature. We appreciate the support we’ve received from local officials as we work to make these vital upgrades to a historic facility,” Doug Mokoid, FirstEnergy’s president, New Jersey, said.
The project also involves beautifying the property’s exterior with shade trees, ornamental trees, decorative pavers and sculptural benches. In addition, a screening wall will be built to provide an additional visual barrier, as well as enhanced security around substation equipment. Work is expected to be completed by December 2025.
The substation serves as a central point for providing local distribution service to nearby neighborhoods and businesses. Additionally, the facility connects other substations in northern New Jersey.
JCP&L, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, serves 1.1 million customers in the counties of Burlington, Essex, Hunterdon, Mercer, Middlesex, Monmouth, Morris, Ocean, Passaic, Somerset, Sussex, Union, and Warren.
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