Overview
59th Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Wichita, Kansas, owned and operated by Evergy. It operates at 138 kV, serving the local grid.
59th Street Substation is an electrical substation located in Wichita, Kansas, United States. Owned and operated by Evergy, the facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. With a voltage level of 138 kV, it is classified as a high-voltage substation, typical for urban and suburban grid infrastructure. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. As part of Evergy's network, it adheres to NERC's Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards and contributes to grid stability in south-central Kansas. The facility's location in Wichita, the largest city in Kansas, supports the electrical needs of a diverse urban area including residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its 138 kV voltage level indicates it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down power from transmission lines to lower voltages for local distribution, ensuring reliable electricity supply to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Wichita, Kansas, where the local climate includes hot summers and cold winters, influencing seasonal electricity demand. The facility's operation involves standard electrical infrastructure considerations such as electromagnetic field management and noise mitigation. Its urban location means it is subject to local zoning and environmental regulations, but no specific protected areas are nearby.
Frequently asked questions
59th Street Substation is located in Wichita, Kansas, United States, at approximate coordinates 37.585919, -97.333095.
The substation is owned and operated by Evergy, a major electric utility serving Kansas and Missouri.
The substation operates at 138 kV (138,000 volts), which is a common voltage for distribution substations in the United States.
As part of the US bulk power system, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, including Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) requirements.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage to lower levels for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area.