DOWNED POWER LINES

Mississippi River Powerline

Project Synopsis:

Demtech provided emergency explosive support for the Mississippi River Powerline incident in New Orleans, Louisiana. Following extensive storm damage, seven high-line conductors were downed across the river, obstructing traffic and threatening infrastructure. In coordination with Irby Construction Company, Demtech utilized controlled explosive techniques to safely detach all seven conductors. This rapid response enabled recovery of a salvageable tower and restored navigational access to the Mississippi River. The effort was directed under Entergy’s emergency protocols.

  • Irby Construction Company

  • New Orleans, Louisiana

  • Emergency explosive severance of seven downed high-line conductors to preserve tower integrity and reopen river access

  • Entergy