Overview
Aventura Substation is an operational electrical substation in Florida, United States, owned and operated by Florida Power & Light. It handles voltages of 230 kV and 14 kV, serving the local grid.
Aventura Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Florida, United States. Owned and operated by Florida Power & Light, it plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure. The substation handles transmission-level voltage of 230 kV and distribution-level voltage of 14 kV, indicating its function in stepping down power for local distribution. As part of the United States electrical grid, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Florida Power & Light is a major investor-owned utility serving millions of customers, and substations like this are critical for maintaining grid stability and reliability in the densely populated region of South Florida. The substation's location in Aventura, a city in Miami-Dade County, places it in an urban environment with high electricity demand. Its operational status ensures continued support for residential, commercial, and industrial consumers. The facility contributes to the resilience of the local grid, particularly important in a region prone to hurricanes and other extreme weather events.
Environmental context
Located in the urban coastal environment of South Florida, Aventura Substation operates in a region with high electricity demand and vulnerability to hurricanes. The substation's infrastructure is designed to withstand extreme weather, ensuring grid stability. The surrounding area includes residential and commercial developments, with proximity to Biscayne Bay, requiring careful management of any potential environmental impacts such as stormwater runoff or electromagnetic fields.
Frequently asked questions
Aventura Substation is located in Aventura, Florida, United States, at coordinates 25.966609, -80.149035.
Aventura Substation handles transmission-level voltage of 230 kV and distribution-level voltage of 14 kV.
Aventura Substation is owned and operated by Florida Power & Light, a major investor-owned utility in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Aventura Substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for transmission-level assets.
Substations like Aventura step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages for safe delivery to homes and businesses, and they help maintain grid stability and reliability.