On December 8th, I was at the Rivian charging station in Sacramento and talked to a Rivian employee who works on the charging stations. He said that he was on his way to Coos Bay and Madras to complete the installation of the charging stations and that they would be placed into operation "s0000n". I'm a bit suprised that they haven't gone live yet. Maybe I' should take a drive up to Madras to take a look. Someone else needs to head over to Coos Bay.In other information, Coos Bay and Madras could be open by the end of the year. Both permits are complete.
On December 8th, I was at the Rivian charging station in Sacramento and talked to a Rivian employee who works on the charging stations. He said that he was on his way to Coos Bay and Madras to complete the installation of the charging stations and that they would be placed into operation "s0000n". I'm a bit suprised that they haven't gone live yet. Maybe I' should take a drive up to Madras to take a look. Someone else needs to head over to Coos Bay.
Nice sleuthing!Over the past few days, I spent a lot of time searching in the East and I’m happy to say I’ve got results!!
Turns out 3 out of the 4 Virginia sites have already been built (the civil part at least) without anyone noticing. I suspect the fourth is as well, but I have to find it first.
Summary:
In Roanoke, 9 stalls (according to the permit) have been built at the Earth Fare Market at 2203 Franklin Rd. Per the Street View from August, the pedestal bases had been installed but no frames were in.
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In Waynesboro, 6 stalls have been built at the MARTIN’s Foods at 437 Tiffany Dr. Same status as Roanoke (from around the same time), pedestal bases installed, no frames.
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In Front Royal, I presume 6 stalls are under construction at 55 Riverton Commons Plaza. I have no street view or inspections to confirm it but based on the fact the other two are under construction I’m gonna hedge my bets.
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For what it’s worth, the last location on Rivian’s map was not Fancy Gap, but instead some place I’ve never heard of before called Meadows of Dan. Apparently, the Blue Ridge Parkway crosses this town, which also led me to notice all 4 Virginia sites, Blowing Rock, and Cherokee are within a few miles of the BRP or its northern counterpart (Skyline Drive). Now it makes sense as to why Rivian was dodging the Interstate.
Based on the current trend, I’m fairly sure MoD has begun construction if it isn’t already done.
Thanks for the info. I probably just replied to your? twitter post, but this is easier. I grew up close to Meadows of Dan.. Very cool place, but I can't imagine a RAN charger in that location. Maybe a waypoint at some time. Very small community, and very little through traffic relative to other locations. Fancy Gap (exit 8) is west of Meadows of Dan, and more logical by being close to both the BRP and I77. Very little on that exit. a small gas station. a small diner that may be closed (I can't remember) a few more gas stations just off the BRP where it crosses US 52. Another logical spot would be at the base of Fancy Gap on I77. I think its exit 1. There is a Love's/McDonalds with a large parking lot. I'll ask my friends in the area if they have any info on construction, and might take a trip to explore after Christmas.Over the past few days, I spent a lot of time searching in the East and I’m happy to say I’ve got results!!
Turns out 3 out of the 4 Virginia sites have already been built (the civil part at least) without anyone noticing. I suspect the fourth is as well, but I have to find it first.
Summary:
In Roanoke, 9 stalls (according to the permit) have been built at the Earth Fare Market at 2203 Franklin Rd. Per the Street View from August, the pedestal bases had been installed but no frames were in.
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In Waynesboro, 6 stalls have been built at the MARTIN’s Foods at 437 Tiffany Dr. Same status as Roanoke (from around the same time), pedestal bases installed, no frames.
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In Front Royal, I presume 6 stalls are under construction at 55 Riverton Commons Plaza. I have no street view or inspections to confirm it but based on the fact the other two are under construction I’m gonna hedge my bets.
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For what it’s worth, the last location on Rivian’s map was not Fancy Gap, but instead some place I’ve never heard of before called Meadows of Dan. Apparently, the Blue Ridge Parkway crosses this town, which also led me to notice all 4 Virginia sites, Blowing Rock, and Cherokee are within a few miles of the BRP or its northern counterpart (Skyline Drive). Now it makes sense as to why Rivian was dodging the Interstate.
Based on the current trend, I’m fairly sure MoD has begun construction if it isn’t already done.
Gaaaaaah yall found it before me. I've been hunting for the Macone one for weeks.Henderson, NC is under construction
Macon, GA has been found - probably under construction @Autolycus
Might have found Traverse City, MI. But not enough for me to back it up yet.