Slide 1: Rights-of-Way 101
Rights-of-Way 101 April 29, 2026 DER 5: Plymouth Area Projects: Line 132 Structure & Wire Replacement Educational Webinar
Slide 2: Agenda
Agenda • Electric Grid Overview • Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) Program Overview & Project Update • Transmission Rights-of-Way • Next Steps • Q&A
Slide 3: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview
Slide 4: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview Electric Utility Systems aka "The Grid" Network of infrastructure that ensures electricity effectively flows from wherever the power is generated to wherever it's needed. Generation Energy supply that is comprised from various types of resources. Transmission High-voltage line
Slide 5: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview Electric Utility Systems aka "The Grid" Network of infrastructure that ensures electricity effectively flows from wherever the power is generated to wherever it's needed. Generation Energy supply that is comprised from various types of resources. Transmission High-voltage line
Slide 6: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview Electric Utility Systems aka "The Grid" Network of infrastructure that ensures electricity effectively flows from wherever the power is generated to wherever it's needed. Generation Energy supply that is comprised from various types of resources. Transmission High-voltage line
Slide 7: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview Electric Utility Systems aka "The Grid" Network of infrastructure that ensures electricity effectively flows from wherever the power is generated to wherever it's needed. Generation Energy supply that is comprised from various types of resources. Transmission High-voltage line
Slide 8: Electric Grid Overview
Electric Grid Overview Electric Utility Systems aka "The Grid" Network of infrastructure that ensures electricity effectively flows from wherever the power is generated to wherever it's needed. Generation Energy supply that is comprised from various types of resources. Transmission High-voltage line
Slide 9: DER Program Overview
DER Program Overview
Slide 10: Distributed Energy Resources (DERs)
Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) • MA is seeing increased use of renewable energy technologies (solar, batteries, wind) known as Distributed Energy Resources (DERs). • To support this growth and rising energy needs, extensive system planning studies were conducted to pinpoint where system upgrade
Slide 11: DER GROUP 5: Plymouth Area Projects
DER GROUP 5: Plymouth Area Projects • West Pond Substation Expansion • Tremont Substation Expansion • Wareham Substation Upgrades • Line 132 Reconductor Replacement + Lines 132 & 133 Structure Replacements
Slide 12: DER GROUP 5: West Pond Substation Expansion
DER GROUP 5: West Pond Substation Expansion P ROJECT OV ERV IEW Upgrades at the West Pond Substation, located off Federal Furnace Road in Plymouth include: • Replacing two existing transformers • Installing one new transformer • Installing new switchgear, ring bus, capacitor banks, circuit breaker a
Slide 13: DER GROUP 5: Tremont Substation Expansion
DER GROUP 5: Tremont Substation Expansion P ROJECT OV ERV IEW Upgrades at Tremont Substation, located off Carver Road and Doty Street in Wareham include: • Replacing distribution equipment with metal-clad switchgear • Expanding the substation to accommodate new equipment • Replacing two existing tra
Slide 14: DER GROUP 5: Wareham Substation Upgrades
DER GROUP 5: Wareham Substation Upgrades P ROJECT OV ERV IEW Upgrades at Wareham Substation, located off Charge Pond Road in Wareham include: • Replace existing transformer with new transformer T IMELINE Construction Start: Mid August Construction End: Early 2027 Existing Wareham Substation Restorat
Slide 15: DER GROUP 5: Line 132 Reconductor Replacement + Structure Replacements
DER GROUP 5: Line 132 Reconductor Replacement + Lines 132 & 133 Structure Replacements P ROJECT OV E RV IE W Line 132 runs through the towns of Plympton, Kingston, and Plymouth, from West Pond Substation to Brook Street Substation. The upgrades within the project include: • Removing existing and ins
Slide 16: DER GROUP 5: Line 132 Reconductor Replacement - Learn More
DER GROUP 5: Line 132 Reconductor Replacement + Lines 132 & 133 Structure Replacements Learn More To better support you, we’ve developed resources to help you stay informed: • Visit our Website Eversource.com/DERPlymouth • Subscribe to Weekly Updates • Project Hotline 833-836-0302 ProjectInfoMA@ever
Slide 17: Transmission Rights-of-Way
Transmission Rights-of-Way
Slide 18: Transmission Rights-of-Way
Transmission Rights-of-Way Right-of-Way (ROW) A “right-of-way” refers to the corridor that Eversource uses to access, build, operate, maintain and repair its facilities. Eversource, through its operating companies and other subsidiaries, owns and maintains 2,300 miles of rights of way.
Slide 19: Property Rights
Property Rights Easement An easement is an interest in land owned by another, which entitles the holder with a specific use of the property. An easement is typically a permanent encumbrance and transfers to subsequent owners.
Slide 20: Permitted and Non-Permitted Uses
Permitted and Non-Permitted Uses Non-Permitted Uses Can affect right-of-way access or safety. Common examples include: • Buildings • Swimming pools • Fuel tanks • Sheds • Fences • Deck • Flag poles Permitted Uses Do not impact right-of-way access or safety. Examples may include: • Agricultural Activ
Slide 21: Permitted Use Application
Permitted Use Application Permitted Use Application By submitting this application, landowners can ensure that any planned use of the rights-of-way on their property adheres to mandated government standards and Eversource’s guidelines.
Slide 22: Next Steps
Next Steps
Slide 23: Identified Encroachments & What's Ahead
Identified Encroachments & What’s Ahead Safety is Paramount • Identified encroachments along the ROW may present a conductor-insulation hazard. During installation of the new line, there is a possibility crews could temporarily lose tension on the conductor, causing it to dip and potentially come in
Slide 24: Next Steps for Project and Encroachments
Next Steps for Project and Encroachments Timeline Present RFP for construction contractor Early July Contractor selected, onboarded Late July Civil construction begins (preparation and improvements to access roads, etc.) Mid-Late September Reconductoring work for overhead transmission lines begins.
Slide 25: Contact Us
Contact Us Schedule An In-Person Meeting Meet with the Rights-of-Way Team in-person at your property to review the encroachment and coordinate next steps. Anne McGuinness Specialist, Right of Way Eversource Phone: 857-928-6276 Email: anne.mcguinnes@eversource.com
Slide 26: Q&A
Q&A
Slide 27: Thank you
Schedule An In-Person Meeting Anne McGuinness Specialist, Right of Way Eversource Phone: 857-928-6276 Email: anne.mcguinnes@eversource.com Thank you Project Hotline 833-836-0302 ProjectInfoMA@eversource.com Website Eversource.com/DERPlymouth 27