Overview
Bentley East Substation is an operational electrical substation in Kansas, United States, owned and operated by Evergy. It operates at 138 kV, serving the regional grid.
Bentley East Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Kansas, United States. Owned and operated by Evergy, the facility plays a key role in the regional transmission network, stepping down high-voltage electricity for distribution to local communities and industries. The substation operates at 138 kV, a common voltage level for subtransmission and distribution in the United States. As part of Evergy's infrastructure, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with federal and regional operational requirements. The facility's location in Kansas places it within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) balancing authority area. As a critical node in the electrical grid, Bentley East Substation supports reliable power delivery to surrounding areas. Its operational status and connection to Evergy's network contribute to the resilience of the local energy supply, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Kansas, where the surrounding landscape is primarily agricultural. Electrical infrastructure in such settings typically has a low direct environmental footprint, though it supports the integration of renewable energy sources like wind power, which is abundant in the region. The 138 kV voltage level indicates a subtransmission role, balancing local distribution needs with grid stability.
Frequently asked questions
Bentley East Substation is located in Kansas, United States, at coordinates 37.893282, -97.487683. It is owned and operated by Evergy.
Bentley East Substation operates at 138 kV, a standard voltage level for subtransmission and distribution in the US electrical grid.
Bentley East Substation is owned and operated by Evergy, a major utility serving Kansas and Missouri.
As part of the US electrical grid, Bentley East Substation is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for distribution to local networks, serving as a critical node for reliable power delivery to communities and industries.