Stop Valley Link
The proposed Valley Link transmission line would cut a 200-foot-wide corridor through Buckingham County, threatening farms, forests, property rights, and the health of our communities. Residents across the region are speaking out against this undemocratic and harmful land grab. Together we can make a difference!
Don’t let this plan occur!
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The Valley Link
Official plan
- The SCC process
What’s at stake:
- Property rights – Large transmission corridors can involve easements or land acquisition affecting private property.
- Environmental impact – Clearing a 200-foot-wide path can disrupt forests, wildlife habitats, and waterways.
- Community character – Industrial-scale infrastructure permanently alters rural and scenic landscapes.
- Health and safety – Residents often have concerns about proximity to high-voltage transmission lines, impacting the health of people, livestock, and wildlife.
- Lack of local benefit – Projects of this scale would primarily serve broader grid needs like data centers while placing the burden on local communities.
Take Action:
April 11, Buckingham County Citizens Unite in Dillywn
- Contact local officials: Urge county leaders and state representatives to oppose the Valley Link project.
- Attend community meetings and speak out: Participate in hearings and submit written comments when opportunities are announced.
- Buckingham’s Board of Supervisors will vote on a resolution at its April 20th meeting. Contact your Buckingham County Supervisor and voice support for them to issue a resolution against the Valley Link Project at their April 20th meeting, “Consideration of the County’s position and adoption of a resolution related to their position concerning the Valley Link powerline proposed to cross Buckingham County.” Note: this meeting is not open to the public, so you must contact your County Supervisor in advance.
- Find the agenda for the meeting here
- Stream the meeting live, if you cannot attend
- Register for the email for upcoming agenda notices jlann@buckinghamva.gov
- Attend the next NO Valley Link in Buckingham Community Meeting April 11, 2026, 2-4 PM at the Buckingham Community Center.
- Send a No Trespass letter to the developers: Learn more about how you can communicate your opposition directly to the developers. DO NOT give Valley Link or Dominion Energy permission to survey your land! Post No Trespassing signs. They are assessing the value of your land in order to seize it.
- Valley Link Community Guide
- Get connected: Share information with neighbors, on social media, and through local groups.
- Join Friends of Buckingham to stay informed and join the fight
- Join Block Valley Link on Facebook
- Visit the Block Valley Link website. Visit Valley Link’s website and look up the impact on your property and your neighbors’. You can also submit comments. You must sign up for a GeoVoice account to leave a comment but not to view the interactive map or search for your property.
- Follow Block Valley Link on Twitter
- Follow Block Valley Link on Instagram
- Write frequently in opposition to the transmission line to Governor Abigail Spanberger, 1111 Capitol St. Richmond, VA 23219
- Download, print, sign, and mail in this petition:
petition-against-transmission-line
Completed petitions can be dropped off at Purcell Lumber (138 West Street, Louisa, VA), mailed to Robin Horne (2562 Peach Grove Road, Louisa, VA 23093)
As of April 5th, we’ve collected over 2,200. Our goal is 10,000+ across the 9 counties.
Press release from Louisa County on behalf of all 9 counties.
FAQ
What is the Valley Link project?
A proposed 765,000-volt transmission line that would run through our county in a corridor approximately 200 feet wide.
Who is behind the project?
Valley Link is a partnership between Dominion Energy, Transource (jointly owned by American Electric Power and Evergy), and FirstEnergy Transmission.
How will this impact us?
Reduced home & property values: Home values will likely decrease 10-12%, with greater decrease in value if there is an easement/utility right of way. Values drop even more if a new power line is being installed. Reduced home values also mean reduced revenue for the County.
Our health: The World Health Organization cites living next to 765 k/V lines can cause headaches, fatigue, anxiety, insomnia, prickling or burning skin, rashes, and muscle pain. Other studies have found links to increased risk of cancer, leukemia, neuro degenerative diseases (Alzheimer’s & Parkinson’s), low sperm count, and miscarriage.
Environmental: This project is not subject to National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) review, meaning environmental impacts have not been investigated, studied, or assessed. We can expect damage to wildlife, the ecosystem, habitat loss, soil erosion, and disruption to local water drainage patterns. Transmission lines also pose collision and electrocution risks to migratory birds.
Noise: The lines make constant humming and buzzing sounds due to corona discharge. Listen to the sounds of 765 k/V transmission lines here https://youtu.be/WopU7JXaly8 and here https://youtu.be/PuP1sdLaDnA
How can I find out if my property is affected?
Proposed routes are still being discussed. Check maps and updates as they become available.
Is the project already approved?
The project is in development and not finalized.
News Coverage
Cardinal News – “‘My land is valuable’: Valley Link power transmission proposal meets a growing, organized resistance“
Virginia Mercury – “Louisa County officials push back against Valley Link Transmission proposal“
Resolutions Against Valley Link
The Boards of Supervisors in each Virginia County are writing resolutions to formally oppose the Valley Link transmission line. See each one (so far):
Virginia Groups Where You Can Get Involved
- Friends of Buckingham Va
- Virginia Environmental Coalition
- Stop Bad Data Centers
- Block Valley Link
- The Virginia League of Conservation Voters
- Southern Environmental Law Center
- Piedmont Environmental Council
- Virginia Forever
- OCH Conservation Foundation
- Wild Virginia