Fulton Cut–Reed Island Electric Relocation Project
Estimated Dates & Work Schedule
Anticipated End Date: 2027-08-31
Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.*
*In some circumstances, extended hours and weekends may be required.
Project Objective
JEA, in partnership with the City of Jacksonville and JAXPORT, will soon begin work on an important project to raise the electric transmission lines that cross the St. Johns River. This upgrade will allow larger container ships to safely reach JAXPORT, strengthening Jacksonville’s position as a leader in international trade.
By raising these lines, JEA is modernizing critical electric infrastructure to support the more than 15,000 local jobs tied to the growing container shipping industry. This work will help keep our port and community thriving with increased trade, a stronger supply chain, and a more resilient electric grid for all customers.
The project involves lowering a section of existing underground electric conduit and relocating an electric manhole to a deeper location, clearing the way for the Harbour Waterway Special District’s planned canal. This future canal will connect to the St. Johns River and may eventually provide access to a new marina and the canals within the St. Johns Landing Estates neighborhood.
This work will include the relocation of an existing electric manhole and lowering of the underground electric main feeder line along the project route (see the below map). This work will take place primarily on City of Jacksonville property and utility easements, and on Reed Island.
The contractor will install the new underground conduit with a technique called horizontal directional drilling (HDD). HDD requires very little excavation, reduces construction duration, and is less disruptive to the surrounding area. Once the conduit is installed, JEA contractor crews will then return to install the new electric cables.
Construction Conditions
During the project, area residents may notice increased vehicular traffic around the project area and some construction-related noise. For the safety of our crews, de-watering pumps to remove ground water may be required prior to excavation. If required, these pump systems will operate continuously throughout the project.
Restoration of the Project Area
Restoration of the project area typically begins 2-3 weeks after the project has been completed. Any existing grass, sprinklers, pavement, curb, gutter, driveways and/or sidewalks affected during construction will be returned to its pre-construction condition.
Project Work Area Map
