Risk: Low Substation Operational

Amsterdam Station Electrical Substation, Ohio | AEP Ohio Infrastructure

United States

Overview

Amsterdam Station is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by AEP Ohio. It handles voltage levels of 69 kV and 13.09 kV.

Amsterdam Station is an electrical substation located in Ohio, United States, and is owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a major utility in the region. The facility is currently operational and serves as a key node in the local power grid, stepping down transmission-level voltages for distribution. The substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 13.09 kV, indicating its role in both sub-transmission and distribution. As part of AEP Ohio's network, it is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations for grid stability and security. Located in a rural area of Ohio, Amsterdam Station supports the electrical infrastructure for surrounding communities and industries. Its operation contributes to the reliability of the regional grid, ensuring consistent power delivery to end-users. The substation's age and specific equipment details are not publicly available, but its continued operational status suggests regular maintenance and compliance with industry standards.

Environmental context

The substation is situated in a rural area of Ohio, where the surrounding landscape includes agricultural fields and scattered woodlands. The facility's operation involves minimal direct environmental impact, primarily related to the presence of electrical equipment and potential electromagnetic fields. Standard mitigation measures such as vegetation management and oil containment for transformers are typically employed to reduce ecological risks.

Frequently asked questions

Amsterdam Station is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 40.460464, -80.920800. It is owned and operated by AEP Ohio.

Amsterdam Station operates at voltage levels of 69,000 volts (69 kV) and 13,090 volts (13.09 kV), serving both sub-transmission and distribution functions.

Amsterdam Station is owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a subsidiary of American Electric Power that provides electricity to millions of customers in Ohio.

Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate transmission. AEP Ohio must comply with these to ensure safe and reliable operation.

Substations like Amsterdam Station transform voltage levels for efficient transmission and distribution, and provide switching, protection, and monitoring capabilities to maintain grid reliability.
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