Overview
84th Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Oklahoma, United States, operating at 138 kV. It plays a key role in regional grid stability and power distribution.
84th Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Oklahoma, United States, with coordinates 35.556126, -97.528139. The facility operates at a voltage of 138 kV, classifying it as a high-voltage substation critical for transmission and distribution within the regional power grid. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, this substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These standards ensure reliability and security of the bulk power system. The 138 kV voltage level is typical for sub-transmission and distribution substations, serving industrial, commercial, and residential loads. The substation's location in Oklahoma places it within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) regional transmission organization, which coordinates grid operations across multiple states. Its operational status contributes to the resilience and capacity of the local electrical network, supporting energy delivery to surrounding communities and industries.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a temperate climate, where seasonal temperature extremes can affect grid demand. Its urban-rural interface location may influence vegetation management and wildlife interactions. The 138 kV voltage level indicates moderate environmental footprint, with typical considerations for electromagnetic fields and oil containment from transformers.
Frequently asked questions
84th Street Substation is located in Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 35.556126, -97.528139.
84th Street Substation operates at 138 kV, a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, 84th Street Substation is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, and operates within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) regional transmission organization.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for distribution to industrial, commercial, and residential customers, or interconnects with other transmission lines to enhance grid reliability.
Substations like 84th Street Substation manage environmental impacts through oil containment systems for transformers, vegetation management, and compliance with electromagnetic field guidelines.