How are nearby metal buildings and wire fences affected by a transmission line?
Electrical charges will not normally accumulate on buildings close to transmission lines because appropriate grounding already exists. AltaLink will help ensure that metal buildings are properly grounded to avoid the build-up of an electrical charge. When AltaLink is constructing a new transmission line near a building or fence, we will ground them so that they do not pose a shock problem. Upon request, we can also check or ground other nearby fences, including electric fences and other structures. Let us know if you are planning to put up a new building, fence or gate near an existing line, and we’ll advise you on how to ground them and ensure they won’t affect access to the right-of-way.
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