Overview
Bethingham-Gillen Substation is an operational electrical substation in Pennsylvania, United States, owned and operated by Penelec. It operates at a voltage of 46 kV, serving the local grid.
Bethingham-Gillen Substation is an electrical substation located in Pennsylvania, United States. Owned and operated by Penelec, the facility is part of the regional transmission and distribution network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at 46 kV, a typical voltage level for sub-transmission or distribution substations in the United States. As a Penelec asset, the substation operates under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission, adhering to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The facility likely includes switchgear and transformers to manage power flow and ensure grid stability in the surrounding area. The substation plays a key role in delivering electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. Its operational status ensures continued reliability of the local power supply, contributing to the overall resilience of the Pennsylvania electrical infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Pennsylvania, where the surrounding landscape includes forests and agricultural land. Electrical infrastructure in such settings typically has minimal direct environmental impact, though maintenance activities and potential equipment failures could pose localized risks. The 46 kV voltage level indicates a distribution-scale facility, which generally has a smaller footprint than high-voltage transmission substations.
Frequently asked questions
Bethingham-Gillen Substation is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.422165, -78.833017.
Bethingham-Gillen Substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations.
Bethingham-Gillen Substation is owned and operated by Penelec, a utility company serving Pennsylvania.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, as well as state-level utility commission rules.
A 46 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for distribution to local customers, ensuring reliable electricity supply.