Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel Power Line Replacement Project
As part of an emergent capital project, we're upgrading the transmission system that serves approximately 14,000 customers in Powell River and surrounding communities. These upgrades will improve public safety and enhance long term electricity reliability.
What's new
Temporary Sunshine Coast Trail closures near Saltery Bay
Temporary closures will be in effect on portions of the Sunshine Coast Trail at Saltery Bay / Jervis Inlet North to support construction activities and ensure public safety.
Trail | Closure start date | Closure end date |
|---|---|---|
| Lower trail at Ahlstrom Point | October 13, 2026 | February 28, 2027 |
| Upper trail at Saltery Creek | October 13, 2026 | April 25, 2027 |
An alternate route will remain available throughout the closure period. Trail users can use Saltery Bay FSR Br 01 to travel between the Saltery Bay trailhead and Rainy Day Lake, where they can reconnect with the Sunshine Coast Trail and continue north toward Elephant Lake and Lois Lake.
These temporary closures are required to support construction activities associated with the Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel Power Line Replacement Project.
There are 138 kV and 230 kV power lines that deliver electricity to substations serving about 14,000 customers within the City of Powell River and surrounding communities, including Lund, Cortes Island, Texada Island, and Saltery Bay.
We are replacing the aging 138 kV power line that crosses Jervis Inlet and Agamemnon Channel. The Jervis Inlet crossing was removed in October 2025, and the Agamemnon Channel crossing was removed in April 2026. The Agamemnon Channel crossing will be replaced in spring 2027, and the Jervis Inlet crossing will be replaced in fall 2027.
Both crossings will be rebuilt to 230 kV standards to increase system capacity and support future growth.
We're also completing extensive transmission system upgrades, which will strengthen the system and improve operational flexibility.
Consultation and engagement
We continue to consult with shíshálh Nation and engage with stakeholders about the project.
This project will maintain public safety for the marine area below the power lines, enhance visibility of the lines for air traffic, and ensure electricity reliability for our customers in Powell River and the surrounding communities.
The Jervis Inlet crossing is located about 2.5 kilometres east of Saltery Bay and crosses to the north side of Nelson Island. The Agamemnon Channel crossing is located about 1.5 kilometres southwest of Earls Cove and crosses to the south side of Nelson Island. The project work will impact the wider communities beyond these areas through planned power outages, marine closures under the power lines during power line construction, and temporary closures to parts of the Sunshine Coast Trail.
Get in touch
If you'd like to learn more about the project, please contact:
Nubia Souza Budau
Phone: 604 916 8903
Email: nubia.budau@bchydro.com
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