Exhibit 23







INDEPENDENT AUDITORS' CONSENT




We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration
Statement No. 33-50229 and Registration Statement No. 333-01049 of
Appalachian Power Company on Form S-3 of our reports dated February
27, 1996, appearing in and incorporated by reference in this Annual
Report on Form 10-K of Appalachian Power Company for the year ended
December 31, 1995.




Deloitte & Touche LLP
Columbus, Ohio
March 27, 1996