Bell County East to Big Hill 765-kV Transmission Project

planned

A proposed 765-kV transmission line project running over 200 miles between Bell and Schleicher counties, passing through Burnet County. The project involves construction of 200-300 foot easements, eminent domain purchases, and 18-story steel towers every 1,000 feet. It is jointly constructed by Oncor Electric Delivery and the Lower Colorado River Authority, with an application filed in March 2026. The project has raised concerns about cultural, economic, ecological, and logistical impacts, and is under review by the Public Utility Commission of Texas with hearings scheduled for June 2026 and a final decision expected in September 2026.