Liberty is proud to announce the successful completion of the Cave Rock Underground project in South Lake Tahoe, a historic neighborhood known for its majestic old pines and vibrant community spirit.
This location was selected for undergrounding to increase service reliability for customers in the area and to reduce the risk of wildfires. To address both issues, our team:
- Modernized the infrastructure: Liberty crews installed 745 feet of underground primary, 832 feet of underground secondary, and 435 feet of new overhead secondary lines, along with 8 new poles. This not only modernized the grid, it also minimized visual impact and environmental disruption. These upgrades will also help resolve potential voltage drops, thereby improving service reliability.
- Reduced wildfire risk: Our team removed 18 tree attachments and replaced 1,100 feet of covered overhead secondary wires. The new covered wires contribute to a lower fire ignition risk.
- Protected the environment and historical landscape: Liberty arborists worked side-by-side with civil crews to protect the neighborhood’s historic pines as the project was completed. Construction was completed primarily by hand digging and using Vactor trucks, helping to preserve the root systems and safeguard these treasured trees.
Community collaboration
Liberty coordinated closely with the Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) and residents, including onsite field walks with HOA board members. This collaboration helped meet community standards and address residents’ concerns every step of the way.
Liberty is committed to delivering safe, reliable, and environmentally responsible service. The Cave Rock Underground project is just one example of how we’re investing in our community today for customers now and in the future.