Manson Area Capacity Improvements

Planning to Power - all the way to 2075

Substations are an integral part of Chelan PUD’s electrical power system, bringing together generation, transmission, and distribution. In alignment with the long-range vision of Imagine 2075, the Substation Program provides a strategic framework for proactively improving and expanding substation infrastructure. The PUD's Substation Program ensures we can continue delivering safe, reliable power to meet the evolving needs of Chelan County. 

Background

When an existing substation is consistently reaching 80% capacity, it triggers the PUD to begin looking into the need for a new substation. The PUD refers to this as an 80/20 Model and it initiates the process of identifying a location for a new substation and the associated transmission and distribution lines, in order to continue resilient and reliable service.

Chelan PUD has identified the need for additional capacity to meet electrical demands in the Manson area. Near and long-term solutions are being explored. We are exploring alternative solutions to address the community's needs today and for the next 50 years.

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You're Invited!

Join us on September 30, 2025 for an Open House to learn more about the Manson Capacity Improvements project.

Learn more about:
1) Chelan PUD's Substation Program
2) Near and long-term solutions being explored in the Manson Area
3) How to stay engaged and how you can provide input on the project

WHEN: September 30, 2025 - 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM
WHERE: Manson Fire Hall - 250 Manson Blvd.

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 Stay Engaged!

Can't attend in person?
We will provide information on our website after the Sept. 30.  We will send an email letting you know the information is available.

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Didn't get our postcard?
Please let us know at customeroutreach@chelanpud.org or 509-661-8563.



What's Happening Now?

  • Sept. 30 Open House
  • PUD staff continues to explore alternative solutions
  • PUD staff will begin to reach out to property owners in specific areas
  • The PUD will be seeking public input on the near and long-term solutions


Anticipated Timeline for Near-Term Projects

 

Substation Program Phase &
Anticipated Timeline

What's the PUD doing?

How are we engaging you?

1

 

PLAN

 

2022-2025

 


  • Identified the need for additional capacity
  • Identified potential alternative solutions

INFORM:
We will keep the public informed.


2

 

ACQUIRE

 

2025-2026

 


  • Identify and score potential sites
  • Acquire property and land rights
INVOLVE:
We will gather and consider feedback in decision making.


3

 

BUILD

 

2026-2028

 


  • Design of the substation and power lines 
  • Pursue appropriate permitting
  • Construct the substation and power lines
  • New infrastructure serving customers
CONSULT:
We will listen to and acknowledge concerns during the design process.


INFORM:
We will keep the public informed during the construction process.