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Berg Substation - Operational 115 kV Substation in the United States

United States

Overview

Berg Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by Evergy. It operates at a voltage of 115 kV, serving the regional grid.

Berg Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by Evergy. The facility operates at a voltage of 115 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation within the transmission and distribution network. As a substation in the United States, Berg Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies enforce reliability standards and ensure the stability of the bulk power system. The substation likely plays a role in stepping down voltage for local distribution or interconnecting transmission lines. The substation's location in the central United States places it within a region that experiences a range of weather conditions, including thunderstorms and occasional extreme weather events. Its operational status and voltage level suggest it contributes to grid reliability for surrounding communities and industrial users. Evergy, as the owner and operator, is a major utility serving Kansas and Missouri, ensuring consistent power delivery.

Environmental context

The substation is situated in a region with a continental climate, characterized by hot summers and cold winters. Its location in a rural or suburban area may reduce direct environmental impacts, but the facility's role in the electrical grid supports local energy needs. The voltage level of 115 kV indicates it is part of the transmission network, which can have land-use implications for rights-of-way and vegetation management.

Frequently asked questions

Berg Substation is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 38.775748, -97.607292. It is owned and operated by Evergy.

Berg Substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is a common medium-voltage level for substations in the transmission and distribution network.

Berg Substation is owned and operated by Evergy, a major utility company serving Kansas and Missouri.

In the United States, substations like Berg Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations to ensure grid stability and security.

Berg Substation is currently operational, indicating it is actively serving the electrical grid.
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