Public Notices
Safety Notice: Be safe around hydroelectric facilities this winter
December 10, 2018: Nalcor Energy reminds the public to use caution when engaging in recreational activities around the Muskrat Falls facilities. We advise the public to avoid the river upstream and immediately downstream of these facilities as the ice cover is unsafe due to fluctuating water flows and changing ice conditions. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Use caution around all transmission lines and electrical facilities when enjoying outdoor activities
September 7, 2018: With hunting season here and weather that’s great for outdoor activities, it’s important to remember our newly constructed transmission lines are energized. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Boating safety on the lower Churchill River
August 29, 2018: Nalcor Energy advises boaters on the lower Churchill River to exit the river near Edwards Island. Signs have been placed on the river advising river users where to safely exit. Read the full notice here.
Public Advisory: Restricted Road Access in the Long Range Mountains Effective August 24, 2018
August 22, 2018: To safely and effectively construct the Labrador-Island Transmission Link from central Labrador to the Avalon Peninsula, Nalcor Energy upgraded and constructed access roads along the 1,100 km transmission line. As a condition of our Environmental Assessment release, Nalcor has a legal requirement to remove or restrict access on newly created roads which are deemed to impact business operations of outfitters by allowing public access.
Gates have been installed in the north (near Brian’s Pond) and south (Eagle Mountain River) on the new access road in the Long Range Mountains on the Northern Peninsula. The gates will restrict vehicle and ATV access during a portion of the year. Following the installation of the gates, the area will return to the same access that was in place prior to the construction of the transmission project.
The gates will be closed on August 24, 2018 in advance of the start of the hunting season on August 25. The access road will be open to all users for the summer.
This is currently the only access restriction that has been placed on the access roads that were created by Nalcor for the new transmission project.
Safety Notice: Boating safety on the lower Churchill River
July 12, 2018: Nalcor Energy advises boaters on the lower Churchill River to exit the river near Edwards Island. Signs have been placed on the river advising river users where to safely exit. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Public safety around the Muskrat Falls Facility
June 18, 2018: Nalcor Energy reminds the public to use caution when engaging in recreational activities near the river around the Muskrat Falls facilities. At this time, there are higher flows and unpredictable currents as well as natural hazards, such as debris/trees/stumps, in the river. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Ongoing energizing and testing of new transmission assets throughout the province
May 24, 2018: With construction complete on 1,600 kilometres of new transmission lines and associated electrical facilities from Churchill Falls to Soldiers Pond, we have started energizing and testing these assets across Newfoundland and Labrador. This work is ongoing and will be carried out in phases until each piece of the electrical equipment required for first power delivery from Churchill Falls to the island is energized and ready to deliver power. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Transmission line energization and testing from Soldiers Pond to Shoal Cove, Newfoundland
May 23, 2018: Please be advised that on Thursday, May 24, we will begin energizing and testing the island portion of Labrador-Island Transmission Link that runs from Soldiers Pond to Shoal Cove, as well as the converter station at Soldiers Pond and the transition compound in Shoal Cove. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Transmission line energization and testing from Muskrat Falls to Forteau, Labrador
May 22, 2018: Please be advised that on Wednesday, May 23, we will begin energizing and testing the Labrador portion of Labrador-Island Transmission Link that runs from Muskrat Falls to Forteau, as well as the converter station at Muskrat Falls and the transition compound in Forteau Point. Read the full notice here.
Safety Notice: Be aware of crews working at various locations along the Labrador-Island Transmission Link
May 17, 2018: Please be aware that crews are currently working at various locations along the transmission line. For your safety and the safety of our workers, it’s important to be mindful of the extensive infrastructure and always use caution when travelling in the vicinity of all transmission lines. Read the full notice here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
May 3, 2018: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
April 27, 2018: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Safety Notice: Transmission line energization from Churchill Falls to Muskrat Falls
April 2, 2018: Nalcor Energy advises the public that we will begin energizing the portion of new transmission line that stretches from Churchill Falls to Muskrat Falls on Tuesday, April 3. Please read the full notice here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
February 13, 2018: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Statement Regarding the Slide Downstream of the North Spur
February 11, 2018, Nalcor is aware of a slide that occurred on the North side of the lower Churchill river. This area is downstream (east) of the North Spur and is outside of the North Spur dam stabilization area.
Significant work has been completed to reinforce the North Spur dam and this is no safety risk in relation to the North Spur or the Muskrat Falls facilities as a result of this recent slide.
Land slides along the Churchill River are fairly common. Our geotechnical engineering team is aware of this event. Given the slide is outside the North Spur dam stabilization area there is no risk to the North Spur dam or the Muskrat Falls facilities or operations.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
January 22, 2018: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
January 4, 2018: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Public Advisory: Be safe around hydroelectric facilities this winter
December 21, 2017: Nalcor Energy advises the public to avoid the ice and river upstream and immediately downstream of the Muskrat Falls facility. Read the full notice here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
December 7, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
November 9, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder update
October 11, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
October 6, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Public Advisory: Controlled Burn has Started on Edward’s Island, Churchill River
October 3, 2017: The public is advised that the controlled burn has started on Edward’s Island in the lower Churchill River. Read the full notice here.
Public Advisory: Controlled Burn to be Conducted on Edward’s Island, Churchill River
October 2, 2017: The public is advised that Nalcor intends to complete a controlled burn in the coming days on Edward’s Island in the lower Churchill River. Read the full notice here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
September 29, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
September 22, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, click here.
To learn more about the safety boom at the Muskrat Falls site, click here.
Safety Advisory: Access restrictions in the Long Range Mountains
September 5, 2017: Nalcor Energy advises individuals of access restrictions in the Long Range Mountains for moose management areas 2 and 3. Please read the full notice and safety information here.
Construction Notice: Grounding Station at Dowden’s Point, CBS
August 28, 2017: Nalcor Energy advises CBS area residents that remaining work at the Downden’s Point grounding station is anticipated to begin in early September. Read the full notice here.
Public Advisory: Transformer Move Update
July 27, 2017: Today, the first road convoy of transformers began the drive from Cartwright towards the Muskrat Falls site. It is expected the drive could take up to eight days as the equipment will travel slowly and only during daylight hours. Details on the location of the transformers will be posted on the Nalcor Energy Twitter and Facebook pages each morning during the land transport.
Public Advisory: Boating safety on the lower Churchill River
July 26, 2017: Nalcor Energy advises boaters to exit the river near Edwards Island. Signs have been placed on the river advising river users where to safely exit. Read the full notice here.
Public Advisory: Transportation of the transformers for the Lower Churchill Project
July 13, 2017: Seven transformers will begin their journey mid-next week from the Bay Bulls Marine base near St. John’s, to the Muskrat Falls site just outside Happy Valley-Goose Bay.
For details and schedule of the marine move from Bay Bulls to Cartwright click here.
For details and schedule of the land move from Cartwright to the Muskrat Falls site click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
July 7, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, please click here.
Safety Notice: Ride safely when travelling near active transmission construction sites
July 6, 2017: While construction may appear inactive on portions of the Labrador-Island Transmission Link, it’s important to remember construction is ongoing across the province, and our crews are constantly moving to new work locations along the transmission line as construction advances. Large rock trucks and heavy lifting equipment, such as cranes and boom trucks, are regularly travelling access roads, while helicopters are often flying over the transmission line during wire stringing activities. Transmission line construction also requires the use of explosives and explosive equipment. While you may not always see this work, it’s happening. So we need your help to keep you, and our construction crews, safe. Read the full notice here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
June 22, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, please click here.
Muskrat Falls Generation Project Stakeholder Update
June 12, 2017: For the latest Muskrat Falls stakeholder update, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
May 19, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
May 17, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
May 12, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
May 11, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
April 28, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway Operation at Muskrat Falls
April 13, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on Equipment Moves from Bay Bulls to Soldiers Pond Construction Site
April 13, 2017: A transformer move is planned for Thursday, April 13, starting at 10 AM. Read the full advisory here.
Public Notice: Snow clearing operations ongoing on Taylor’s Brook Road
April 6, 2017: Nalcor Energy advises motorists and snowmobilers that snow clearing operations on Taylor’s Brook Road in Upper Humber are ongoing. For the safety of everyone, please use caution in the area. It is important to watch for crews working, respect posted signage and be aware of high snow banks in the area. Read the full notice here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls
March 31, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls
March 27, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls, please click here.
Public Notice: Avoid the ice and river upstream and immediately downstream of the Muskrat Falls facilities
March 16, 2017: Nalcor advises people to avoid the ice and river upstream and immediately downstream of the Muskrat Falls facilities as the ice cover may be unsafe for recreational use due to fluctuating water flows and changing ice conditions. Read the full advisory here.
Public Advisory: Update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls
March 3, 2017: For the latest update on the Spillway operation at Muskrat Falls please click here.
Public Notice: Avoid the river and reservoir around the Muskrat Falls facilities
February 3, 2017: Nalcor Energy reminds the public to use caution when engaging in recreational activities near the river around the Muskrat Falls facilities as fluctuating water levels and currents may result in unstable ice conditions. Read the full notice here.
Public Notice: Be safe when taking part in outdoor activities this winter
December 22, 2016: Nalcor Energy reminds the public to use caution when taking part in recreational activities outside during this winter season. Read the full notice here.
Think safety first near construction sites
November 23, 2015: Nalcor Energy reminds the public that construction for the Muskrat Falls Project is ongoing across the province, from Churchill Falls to the Avalon Peninsula. Heavy equipment in operating 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in remote areas. Be safe and plan ahead when travelling, hunting or using ATV/snowmobile. Visit the Construction Activities section of our website to view project maps and learn where crews and equipment are working. See the full public notice here.
Think safety first when hunting near construction sites
September 11, 2015: Nalcor Energy reminds hunters to be cautious of construction crews and equipment working across the province on various components of the Muskrat Falls Project. Heavy equipment is operating 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in remote areas from Labrador to the Avalon Peninsula. The public can visit the Construction Activities section of our website to view project maps and learn where crews and equipment are working on the new transmission line from Muskrat Falls to Soldiers Pond. See the full public notice here.
Be Safe When Travelling/Snowmobiling in Construction Zones
January 2015: Construction activities for the hydroelectric generating facility, transmission lines and other electrical infrastructure are now ongoing in several regions across the province, including Labrador, on the Northern Peninsula and the west-central region of the island. Please use caution when travelling or snowmobiling in construction areas, watch for heavy equipment operating and respect posted safety signage. Read the full public notice here.
To view a detailed map of the transmission line, visit the Construction Activities section of our website.
