Skedaddle Substation and transformer tariff
Summary
LMUD's new substation connecting to NV Energy is nearly built, but a Brazil-built transformer faces a $3 million federal tariff — about 10% of LMUD's annual budget. LMUD leaders are heading to Washington, D.C. to try to get relief.
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Last discussed Feb 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
A $3 million tariff against a roughly $30 million annual LMUD budget could pressure local electric rates.
LMUD customers who will gain a second power interconnection and better reliability.
LMUD customers, if the tariff cost is ultimately passed into rates.
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