Power struggle
Public hearing set for environmental permit
Construction of the bridge over the New River to replace the Carico Memorial Bridge is continuing but a problem has arisen over moving electrical lines.
Michelle Earl, public relations spokesman for the Virginia Department of Transportation, told The Declaration on Monday that since the bridge will cross the river that an environmental permit is required before Appalachian Power Co. can move the power lines.
She said the Dixon family that owns property across the river where the power lines are located had filed an objection, which would require a hearing.
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