Summary
Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) is considering a request from Philip Wind Partners, LLC (Philip Wind Partners or Applicant) for an interconnection to existing Oahe to New Underwood 230-kilovolt (kV) transmission line at a new Philip North Switchyard (Switchyard) for Philip Wind Partners’ proposed Philip Wind Facility (Wind Facility) (i.e., the wind energy generating facility, generation tie line [gen-tie line], and related infrastructure). The Wind Facility would be located on approximately 68,300 acres of private land north of the town of Philip in Haakon County, South Dakota.
WAPA has more information on the PhilipWind project website.
Public Comment Opportunities
WAPA is announcing the publication of the Draft EA. A public review period for the Draft EA is being held until March 16, 2024.
Comments may be submitted by:
- By voicemail hotline to (605) 409-5116
- Email to nepa@wapa.gov with Philip Wind in the subject line
- Hard-copy letter to
Western Area Power Administration
Attn: Mr. John Russell
2900 4th Avenue North
Billings, MT 59101-1266
Written comments should be postmarked no later than March 16, 2024.