Lawrence #2 Substation Rebuild
About the Project
The purpose of the Lawrence #2 Substation Rebuild and Distribution Upgrade is to rebuild the existing Lawrence #2 substation and strengthen the local electric system to improve reliability for customers in the area.
Construction will include bringing equipment to and from the site at the intersection of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Work will include, but is not limited to, preparing the site, removing materials, digging and removing soil, installing foundations, delivering equipment, tearing down the existing substation, and installing a precast screen wall around the property. Crews will also work along Common Street to connect nearby distribution systems to the new substation. Local police details and lane restrictions will be used to help keep crews and the public safe.
There may be limited power outages during this work. Customers will be notified well in advance of any planned outages that could affect electric service.
Project Benefits
Provide reliable electric service to thousands of customers in the area.
Support future electricity needs as demand grows.
- September 2024 - New Substation Construction Begins
- Through 2026 - New Substation Construction Complete
- 2027 - Demolition and Removal Begins
- 2027 - Demolition and Removal Complete
- 2028 - Precast Screen Wall Installation Begins
- 2028 - Precast Screen Wall Installation Complete
Frequently Asked Questions
7 FAQsThe purpose of the Lawrence #2 Substation Rebuild and Distribution Upgrade is to rebuild the existing Lawrence #2 Substation and to strengthen the electric distribution system to more reliably serve our customers in the area.
Substation construction will include deliveries of equipment to and from the site located at the intersection of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Work activities include but are not limited to site preparations, removal of materials, excavation and soil removal, foundation installations, equipment deliveries, demolition of the existing substation, and the installation of a precast screen wall surrounding the property. In addition, work will be performed along Common Street as crews will be connecting distribution systems into the new substation infrastructure. Local police details and lane restrictions will be used to help ensure the safety of our crews and the public.
There may be limited power outages associated with this work. You will be notified well in advance of any planned outages that may impact your electrical service.
The new substation will be constructed on National Grid property located at the corner of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Minimal work will occur along the public roadway on Common Street.
The existing Lawrence #2 substation is an indoor substation that has been in operation since the 1920’s. The building and much of the station equipment is nearing the end of life, therefore a substation rebuild is needed to ensure electric reliability. The work completed on this project will enable us to support future electrical needs and to continue serving thousands of customers in the area.
Work associated with the new substation will begin in September of 2024 and continue through 2026. Work associated with demolition and removal of the existing substation will begin in 2027 and be completed in 2027. The precast screen wall around the perimeter of the property will be constructed and completed in 2028.
National Grid’s Stakeholder Management Team will continue to inform neighbors, public officials, and other stakeholders about the project.
If you have any questions or concerns about the project, please contact:
Eric Sacchetti | Stakeholder Management
Email: [email protected] | Phone: +1-781-570-1228
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About the Project
The purpose of the Lawrence #2 Substation Rebuild and Distribution Upgrade is to rebuild the existing Lawrence #2 substation and strengthen the local electric system to improve reliability for customers in the area.
Construction will include bringing equipment to and from the site at the intersection of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Work will include, but is not limited to, preparing the site, removing materials, digging and removing soil, installing foundations, delivering equipment, tearing down the existing substation, and installing a precast screen wall around the property. Crews will also work along Common Street to connect nearby distribution systems to the new substation. Local police details and lane restrictions will be used to help keep crews and the public safe.
There may be limited power outages during this work. Customers will be notified well in advance of any planned outages that could affect electric service.
Project Benefits
Provide reliable electric service to thousands of customers in the area.
Support future electricity needs as demand grows.
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Frequently Asked Questions
7 FAQsThe purpose of the Lawrence #2 Substation Rebuild and Distribution Upgrade is to rebuild the existing Lawrence #2 Substation and to strengthen the electric distribution system to more reliably serve our customers in the area.
Substation construction will include deliveries of equipment to and from the site located at the intersection of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Work activities include but are not limited to site preparations, removal of materials, excavation and soil removal, foundation installations, equipment deliveries, demolition of the existing substation, and the installation of a precast screen wall surrounding the property. In addition, work will be performed along Common Street as crews will be connecting distribution systems into the new substation infrastructure. Local police details and lane restrictions will be used to help ensure the safety of our crews and the public.
There may be limited power outages associated with this work. You will be notified well in advance of any planned outages that may impact your electrical service.
The new substation will be constructed on National Grid property located at the corner of Common Street and Amesbury Street. Minimal work will occur along the public roadway on Common Street.
The existing Lawrence #2 substation is an indoor substation that has been in operation since the 1920’s. The building and much of the station equipment is nearing the end of life, therefore a substation rebuild is needed to ensure electric reliability. The work completed on this project will enable us to support future electrical needs and to continue serving thousands of customers in the area.
Work associated with the new substation will begin in September of 2024 and continue through 2026. Work associated with demolition and removal of the existing substation will begin in 2027 and be completed in 2027. The precast screen wall around the perimeter of the property will be constructed and completed in 2028.
National Grid’s Stakeholder Management Team will continue to inform neighbors, public officials, and other stakeholders about the project.
If you have any questions or concerns about the project, please contact:
Eric Sacchetti | Stakeholder Management
Email: [email protected] | Phone: +1-781-570-1228