Georgia Power has announced new transmission infrastructure projects in Coweta, Fayette, Fulton, and Heard counties as part of its ongoing efforts to improve the power grid’s reliability and resilience. These initiatives include installing advanced high-voltage transmission lines, upgrading substations, and integrating smart grid technologies to meet growing energy demand in South Metro Atlanta.
“As Georgia has grown, we’ve been here every step of the way—supporting new businesses and families with the energy they need,” said Melvin Roland, senior vice president of Transmission at Georgia Power. “These new transmission lines and infrastructure upgrades will help strengthen the grid, reduce outages, and build a more resilient energy future for our communities. Additionally, the new transmission lines will optimize electricity flow across the grid, improving efficiency and reliability for customers in South Metro Atlanta.”
Recent investments by Georgia Power include work on the Ashley Park 500/230 kV substation and related 230 kV lines through Fayette County. These are expected to be completed by spring 2026. The company is also advancing the Ashley Park – Wansley 500 kV line project—a 35-mile line connecting the Ashley Park Substation north of Fayetteville to Plant Wansley near Roopville. This site will house new battery storage systems and natural gas generation facilities. Surveying has begun for this project; clearing and grading are set for early 2027, with construction starting later that year. Completion is anticipated in mid-2028.
Further details about the Ashley Park – Wansley 500 kV line can be found on a dedicated project website.
Georgia Power states that its process for developing transmission projects emphasizes flexibility and transparency while focusing on community engagement. The company holds meetings with local residents and shares updates via handouts, maps, letters, and postcards to those potentially affected.
“We understand that customers may have concerns about infrastructure near their homes, and we’re committed to listening and responding with care,” added Roland. “Our goal is to minimize disruption and be a trusted partner throughout every phase of these critical projects.”
On July 15, 2025, the Georgia Public Service Commission approved Georgia Power’s Integrated Resource Plan (IRP) for 2025. The IRP includes a decade-long roadmap featuring over 1,000 miles of planned new transmission lines aimed at improving system efficiency and resilience while supporting statewide growth.
For additional information on these projects or other transmission initiatives from Georgia Power, customers can visit georgiapower.com/power.
