Overview
Bell Road Substation is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by ITC. It operates at 138 kV and 14.4 kV, serving the local grid.
Bell Road Substation is an electrical substation located in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by ITC. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional transmission and distribution network, handling voltage levels of 138 kV and 14.4 kV. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. As part of ITC's transmission infrastructure, it contributes to grid stability and electricity delivery in the region. The facility's location in Michigan places it within a region with diverse industrial and residential energy demands. Its role in stepping down transmission voltages to distribution levels supports local communities and businesses, ensuring reliable power supply.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Michigan, where it connects to overhead transmission lines. Its operation involves minimal direct environmental impact, though it supports the integration of renewable energy sources into the grid. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural and natural areas, and the substation's design adheres to standard environmental practices for electrical infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Bell Road Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 43.288069, -83.903528.
Bell Road Substation operates at 138 kV and 14.4 kV, handling transmission and distribution voltages.
Bell Road Substation is owned and operated by ITC, a major electricity transmission company in the United States.
The substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, which govern the reliability and security of the U.S. bulk power system.
Substations like Bell Road step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses.