⚡ 141 TWIN MEADOWS FARM LN

1. Site Access & Topography

Road Access: The subject property is located at 141 Twin Meadows Farm Lane. The name "Farm Lane" suggests this is likely a private, secondary, or tertiary road, potentially unpaved or with minimal improvements. The quality and load-bearing capacity of this access road are critical unknowns. A site visit is mandatory to assess whether the road can support the transportation of heavy and oversized BESS equipment, including multi-ton battery containers (40+ tons), power conversion systems (PCS), and a main power transformer (often exceeding 100 tons).

Equipment Delivery Feasibility: Delivery of large components will require analysis of the entire route from the nearest major highway (likely US-301) to the site. This includes assessing turning radii, bridge weight limits, and overhead line clearances. Significant upgrades to Twin Meadows Farm Lane, such as widening, grading, and adding a gravel or asphalt surface, may be required, adding considerable cost and time to the project.

Terrain Characteristics: Located in Queen Anne's County on Maryland's Eastern Shore, the site is situated within the Atlantic Coastal Plain. This region is characterized by exceptionally flat topography with minimal elevation change. This is highly advantageous for BESS development, as it drastically reduces the need for extensive civil work and grading, thereby lowering construction costs and simplifying the site layout.

Easement Concerns: As "Twin Meadows Farm Lane" is likely a private road, securing a formal, recorded access easement from the fee simple owner is a critical path item. The preliminary title report must be reviewed to determine if other parties have rights to this lane, which would necessitate negotiations with multiple stakeholders. The easement must grant rights for construction, operation, and maintenance access for the full 20-30 year project life.

2. Environmental Constraints

FEMA Flood Zone: The FEMA flood zone designation is currently unknown. This represents a significant data gap and a potential fatal flaw. An immediate desktop review of FEMA's Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) is required. If the site is located within a 100-year floodplain (e.g., Zone AE), development will be heavily restricted and may require elevating all equipment pads above the Base Flood Elevation, adding substantial cost. Siting within a floodway (AE with Floodway) is typically prohibitive.

Wetlands: The presence of wetlands is also unknown. Given the site's coastal plain location, there is a moderate to high probability of jurisdictional wetlands or streams. A desktop screening using the National Wetlands Inventory (NWI) is the first step, to be followed by a formal wetland delineation by a certified consultant if the screening indicates potential presence. Any identified wetlands will require significant setbacks (typically 50-100 feet in Maryland), which will reduce the buildable acreage.

Critical Habitat / Endangered Species: The data indicates no critical habitat on site, which is a strong positive. However, standard diligence requires cross-referencing the site location with the US Fish and Wildlife Service's IPaC tool and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources' database to screen for any threatened or endangered species (e.g., the Delmarva fox squirrel) that may have habitats in the area, which could trigger consultation requirements.

Brownfield/Superfund Status: The site is not a brownfield. While this means the project is ineligible for the 10% IRA brownfield tax credit adder, it is a net positive from a development risk perspective. A clean site avoids potential soil contamination issues, lengthy remediation processes, and associated liabilities, leading to a more predictable and lower-risk construction phase.

Chesapeake Bay Critical Area: The property is confirmed to be outside the Chesapeake Bay Critical Area. This is a major advantage for any development in this region of Maryland, as it avoids an entire layer of stringent state-level environmental regulations and permitting complexities, simplifying the overall entitlement process.

Pipeline Proximity: No major pipelines are located within three miles. This eliminates a significant safety, setback, and co-location risk, simplifying the site design and safety planning.

3. Grid Infrastructure & Interconnection

Grid Proximity: The site's primary strength is its exceptional proximity to robust grid infrastructure. The Centerville substation (69 kV) is only 1.2 miles away, and a 138 kV Delmarva Power transmission line is even closer at 0.6 miles. These distances are well within the economically viable range for a new gen-tie line.

Recommended Interconnection: For a utility-scale project (>5MW), two primary options exist:

• 69 kV at Centerville Substation: This