Entergy Arkansas begins reliability, resiliency projects in Little Rock

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Entergy Arkansas begins reliability, resiliency projects in Little Rock

09/16/2024

Work part of a comprehensive power delivery effort

LITTLE ROCK, Ark. - In ongoing, comprehensive efforts to enhance the resiliency and reliability of the electrical systems in Little Rock, work will soon begin in the downtown Little Rock and surrounding area.

The first phase of this multi-phase project is taking place over the next few months in an area that is home to more than 40,000 Entergy Arkansas customers.

This comprehensive project includes transmission infrastructure upgrades to lines that serve the downtown area that will provide abundant power that can be restored quicker in the case of an outage. Future phases will extend the transmission upgrades from downtown all the way to West Little Rock. Infrastructure upgrades will include overhead transmission lines and substation equipment, increasing capacity and reliability across the city.

Approximately eight miles of high- and low-voltage power lines will be upgraded over the next few years. Additionally, Entergy Arkansas will upgrade line terminals and equipment at all substations in Little Rock's central business district.

We do not anticipate any interruption to service as work takes place, but Entergy Arkansas will communicate with affected customers should an outage be needed.

Meanwhile, some periodic road closures will be required during portions of the projects. The first such road closure will occur between Oct. 14 and Oct. 24 near 8^th and Woodrow streets. Signs will be posted and proper traffic control measures will be taken to minimize disruption to travelers.

About Entergy Arkansas

Entergy Arkansas, LLC provides electricity to approximately 730,000 customers in 63 counties. Entergy Arkansas is a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, a Fortune 500 electric company. Entergy powers life for 3 million customers through our operating companies in Arkansas, Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas. We're investing in the reliability and resilience of the energy system while helping our region transition to cleaner, more efficient energy solutions. With roots in our communities for more than 100 years, Entergy is a nationally recognized leader in sustainability and corporate citizenship. Since 2018, we have delivered more than $100 million in economic benefits each year to local communities through philanthropy, volunteerism and advocacy. Entergy is headquartered in New Orleans, Louisiana, and has approximately 12,000 employees. For the latest news from Entergy Arkansas, visit the Newsroom and connect with @EntergyArk on social media.