Overview
Beltzville Substation is an operational electrical substation in Pennsylvania, United States, owned and operated by PPL. It operates at a voltage of 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Beltzville Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Pennsylvania, United States. Owned and operated by PPL, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltages for local distribution. Operating at a voltage of 69 kV, Beltzville Substation is classified as a medium-voltage substation typical of sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure. As part of the U.S. grid, it operates under North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and is subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for interconnection and reliability compliance. The substation supports grid stability and electricity delivery to surrounding communities. Its location in rural Pennsylvania places it within a region with diverse energy mix, including coal, natural gas, and renewables. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to residential and commercial customers in the area.
Environmental context
Located in rural Pennsylvania, Beltzville Substation operates within a region characterized by mixed forest and agricultural land. The substation's presence supports local electricity distribution with minimal direct environmental footprint, though overhead lines and equipment may require vegetation management. The area's climate, with cold winters and warm summers, influences equipment design and maintenance schedules for reliable year-round operation.
Frequently asked questions
Beltzville Substation is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.858494, -75.590904.
Beltzville Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations.
Beltzville Substation is owned and operated by PPL, a major utility company in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Beltzville Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for interconnection and grid stability.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltages for distribution to local networks, ensuring reliable electricity supply to residential and commercial customers.