Distribution Lines

Transect makes it easy for distribution-level developers to identify where distribution lines exist and, where available from the utility, to see additional details like hosting capacity, line voltage, and phase configuration (single- or three-phase).

In this article, you will learn how to:

• View Distribution Lines in the Map
• Filter parcels by proximity to Distribution Lines
• Request new Distribution Line data

Viewing Distribution Lines in the Map

• Navigate to the Map from the top navigation bar.
• Within the Map Layers widget, select the Distribution Lines layer group.
• Check the box next to the name of each utility to view one or more layers on the Map.
• Right-click on lines to view available data, like hosting capacity or line voltage.

Tips for navigating the Map:

• Zoom to Location: Click the Zoom To   icon next to a layer to jump directly to the data.
• Filter Your View: Click Filter to view lines based on specific Line Voltage or Hosting Capacity criteria, where available.
• Review the Legend: The line colors represent available hosting capacity; if all lines are the same color, hosting capacity is not available for that utility.
  

Filtering by Proximity to Distribution Lines

You can use the Parcel Filter to find land within a specific distance of a utility's distribution lines.

• Navigate to the Map from the top of any page.
• In the "Parcel Filters" toolbar, select Boundary and then Map Layers .
• Within the "Choose a Layer' dropdown, select a utility and specify the search area around the layer (in miles).
• Optionally, you can select  to refine your search by:
  
  • Hosting Capacity (MW)
  • Line Voltage (kV)
• When finished, select Apply Filters.

You can further refine your search results by specifying additional filters, such as a minimum parcel size.

Requesting Distribution Line Data

• Within the Map Layers widget, select Add/Edit Layers in the lower right corner.
• Next to Distribution Lines, click Request Data.
  
  
• In the pop-up window, search and select your preferred utility.
  
• (Optional) Add any notes or specific details about your project needs in the dialogue box.
• Select Request Data.