Key Facts About TVA’s Transmission System

TVA, the first utility to build 500,000-volt transmission lines, operates and maintains one of the largest single-owner transmission systems in the United States. Its 15,900 miles of line are enough to span the nation more than six times.

System facts

15,900 circuit miles of transmission line
102,200 transmission line structures
487 power stations and switchyards
260,000 acres of transmission right-of-way

Key managers

Rob Manning
Executive Vice President
Power System Operations
Clayton Clem
Vice President
Electric System Projects
Bob Dalrymple
Vice President
Transmission Reliability and Operations
Tracy Flippo
Vice President
Transmission Operations and Maintenance
Tim Ponseti
Vice President
Transmission Planning and Compliance
Jacinda Woodward
Vice President
Power Control Systems