Overview
Airport Memorial Park Substation is an operational electrical substation in Colorado, United States, owned by Black Hills Energy. It operates at 115 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Airport Memorial Park Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Colorado, United States. Owned by Black Hills Energy, the facility plays a key role in the local power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for end users. The substation operates at 115 kV, a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution in the United States. As part of the Black Hills Energy system, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. The facility's location near an airport suggests it serves critical infrastructure loads. As a substation, this facility is integral to the electrical infrastructure of the region, providing voltage transformation and switching capabilities. Its operational status ensures continued service to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, supporting economic activity and community resilience.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a semi-arid region of Colorado, where electrical infrastructure must withstand temperature extremes and occasional drought conditions. The 115 kV equipment is designed for outdoor installation, with insulation and cooling systems suited to the local climate. Proximity to an airport may require additional safety and reliability measures to prevent power disruptions to aviation facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Airport Memorial Park Substation is located in Colorado, United States, near the airport area at coordinates 38.276547, -104.491828.
Airport Memorial Park Substation operates at 115 kV, a standard sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Black Hills Energy, a utility company serving customers in the region.
As part of the US electrical grid, Airport Memorial Park Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
A 115 kV substation steps down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, and provides switching and protection functions to maintain grid reliability.