Overview
Alexauken Substation is an operational electrical substation in New Jersey, United States, owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light. It operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV, serving the local grid.
Alexauken Substation is an operational electrical substation located in New Jersey, United States. Owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light, it is part of the regional transmission and distribution network. The substation's voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV indicate its role in stepping down power for local distribution. As a substation in the United States, Alexauken operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies establish reliability standards and oversee interstate electricity transmission. The facility's voltage class is typical for distribution substations that serve industrial, commercial, and residential customers. The substation plays a key role in maintaining grid stability and power quality for the surrounding area. Its location in New Jersey, a state with high population density and significant electricity demand, underscores its importance in ensuring reliable power supply. The facility contributes to the resilience of the regional electrical infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with mixed urban and suburban land use. Electrical infrastructure like Alexauken Substation can have localized environmental impacts, including electromagnetic fields and visual intrusion. However, modern substations are designed to minimize these effects through proper siting and shielding. The facility's operation supports the integration of renewable energy sources and helps reduce transmission losses by locating distribution points near load centers.
Frequently asked questions
Alexauken Substation is located in New Jersey, United States, at coordinates 40.402326, -74.911996.
Alexauken Substation is owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light, a utility company serving parts of New Jersey.
Alexauken Substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV, typical for distribution substations.
As a US substation, Alexauken Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution.
Substations like Alexauken step down high-voltage electricity from transmission lines to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring grid stability and reliable power supply.