Overview
Bauxite Substation is an operational electrical substation in Arkansas, United States, owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 13.86 kV, serving the local grid.
Bauxite Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Arkansas, United States. Owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas, it plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The facility handles primary voltage of 115 kV and secondary voltage of 13.86 kV, typical for a substation serving industrial and residential areas. Operating under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), the substation adheres to reliability standards for transmission and distribution. Entergy Arkansas, a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, manages this asset as part of its integrated grid serving the state. The substation supports grid stability in the region, connecting high-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution networks. Its location in central Arkansas contributes to reliable electricity supply for local communities and industries, including the bauxite mining area for which it is named.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in central Arkansas, a region with a humid subtropical climate. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil leakage from transformers, which are managed through standard environmental safeguards. The surrounding area includes mixed residential and industrial land use, with proximity to the Ouachita River basin. Vegetation management and stormwater runoff control are typical environmental considerations for such facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Bauxite Substation is located in Arkansas, United States, near the town of Bauxite in Saline County. Its coordinates are approximately 34.5671 N, -92.5052 W.
Bauxite Substation handles a primary voltage of 115,000 volts (115 kV) and a secondary voltage of 13,860 volts (13.86 kV), typical for a distribution substation.
Bauxite Substation is owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas, a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, which provides electricity to customers in Arkansas.
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, Bauxite Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution infrastructure.
Substations like Bauxite step down high-voltage electricity from transmission lines to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring grid stability and reliable power supply.