Site work for a mixed-use development in El Prado, New Mexico. Conceptual plans call for site work for a power facility; and road / highway.

Northeast New Mexico is an area rich in renewable energy resources. To increase access to those resources, Lucky Corridor LLC, owned by Ameren Transmission, is proposing to construct a new, approximately 65-mile 345kV transmission line. The development of transmission infrastructure is a critical link to transform New Mexico and our nation’s transition to a clean 21st century economy. The Vista Trail Transmission Line Project will increase transmission capacity, bolster New Mexico’s energy transition, and spur economic growth by further investing in New Mexico’s $3 billion wind economy. As of June 29, 2023, Lucky Corridor on Aug. 5 applied to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission for approval of open-access transmission tariffs for two lines under development in northern New Mexico. The Vista Trail, a separate merchant transmission project included in the filing, is an approximately 65-mile, 345-kV transmission line. It will interconnect at Tri-State's Springer and Taos substations with potential delivery, via existing southwesterly transmission, to PNM's Ojo Substation, the filing says. Lucky anticipates Vista Trail coming into service by 2027. *Project information, including timeline and contacts, has been obtained through public sources. The content management team continues to pursue additional details; however, the contact(s) listed have yet to disclose or confirm any information. Inquiries should be directed to the contact(s) listed.