The entire state of Michigan is nothing if not innovative. Cities and towns across the state have found new and interesting ways to improve everyday life for their residents for decades, not to mention the countless inventions that went on to do the same for all of America.
Another innovation from one Michigan city was just announced, and it may intrigue other cities to follow suit when the time is right. It took years of planning and preparation, of course, so it could be some time before other cities make similar changes, but don’t be surprised if and when they do.
Why and How Grand Haven is Burying Its Power Lines
Most of us probably ignore power lines and power poles in our peripheral vision. They’re a simple constant of everyday life that lets us enjoy the innumerable benefits of large-scale electricity. So, would you notice if they were suddenly out of sight?
Grand Haven recently announced that everything is in place for the city to implement plans to bury power lines in downtown. During a 2018 road construction project, the city had underground conduits placed along Harbor Drive to allow for the transition. The current power lines in that area are near the end of their life cycle, allowing the city to put its plan into motion…