Overview
6th Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Lawrence, Kansas, owned and operated by Evergy. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 12 kV, serving the local grid.
6th Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Lawrence, Kansas, United States. Owned and operated by Evergy, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for local consumption. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 115 kV for transmission and 12 kV for distribution, typical of medium-scale substations in the US. As part of Evergy's infrastructure, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. This facility supports the electrical needs of Lawrence and surrounding areas, contributing to the resilience of the local grid. Its urban location underscores its importance in maintaining reliable power supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Lawrence, Kansas, the substation's environmental context is shaped by its role in distributing electricity to a mixed residential and commercial zone. The facility's voltage levels and operational status indicate a moderate footprint, with standard electromagnetic field considerations and noise mitigation typical of urban substations. Its integration into the local grid supports energy efficiency by reducing transmission losses.
Frequently asked questions
6th Street Substation is located in Lawrence, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 38.973664, -95.237705.
The substation operates at 115 kV for transmission and 12 kV for distribution, typical for a medium-voltage substation.
The substation is owned and operated by Evergy, a major electric utility serving Kansas and Missouri.
As part of the US grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
The substation steps down high-voltage transmission power to distribution voltage, supplying electricity to residential and commercial customers in Lawrence.