Drivers have a new location to fast-charge their electric vehicle (EV) in Graves County. The new station in Mayfield is made possible through Team Kentucky’s EV Charging Program, which is expanding access to reliable, convenient fast charging to support long-distance EV travel. 
“Our EV fast-charging network is rapidly expanding across the commonwealth giving Kentuckians and visitors more options,” said Gov. Andy Beshear. “We know this technology is a necessity in today’s world, and we’re working to ensure no one has to worry about where their next charge is coming from.”
The station was developed by Francis Energy as part of the federally funded National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure (NEVI) program administered by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet (KYTC). NEVI funds totaling $55 million have been obligated for fast-charging stations in the state.
Last September, Kentucky resecured $17.8 million in previously appropriated funds to build out EV charging stations after the Governor joined a lawsuit challenging the federal government over its unlawful decision to freeze funding for the NEVI program.
Francis Energy was awarded $875,000 in federal funds for the Mayfield site located at 1505 West Broadway off Interstate 69 at Exit 22. The site offers four ports capable of charging at up to 400 kilowatts each.
“Mayfield represents another successful milestone in the statewide deployment of Kentucky’s NEVI program,” said Megan Charles, Executive Vice President of Project Development and Chief of Staff at Francis Energy. “We remain focused on efficiently delivering high-quality charging infrastructure and expanding access to fast charging across the Commonwealth.”
Kentucky’s EV Charging Network
To date, 17 fast charging stations are open, and 11 are under construction statewide, with a fourth request for proposals recently closed to build additional sites in urban and rural areas.
The currently funded sites are along the state’s interstates and parkways. Each station must have at least four charging ports, be accessible to the public 24 hours a day/seven days a week, and work with most EV models.
KYTC will not develop, own, operate or maintain the charging stations. Each developer must fund at least 20% of the construction and operational costs and is required to maintain the operation of the charging station for at least five years.
Visit EVCharging.ky.gov for a map of sites open and under construction, and for more information about the program.
