Overview
Bird Road Substation is an operational electrical substation in Mansfield, Massachusetts, operated by Mansfield Municipal Electric Department. It operates at 115 kV, serving local grid stability.
Bird Road Substation is a 115 kV electrical substation located in Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States. Operated by the Mansfield Municipal Electric Department, this facility plays a key role in the local power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for residential and commercial use. As a 115 kV substation, it falls within the sub-transmission voltage class common in North America. The facility is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. Substations of this scale typically employ circuit breakers, transformers, and protective relays to manage power flow and isolate faults. The substation supports the municipal electric utility's mission to deliver reliable electricity to Mansfield residents and businesses. Its operational status contributes to the resilience of the local grid, particularly during peak demand periods. The facility's location in a suburban area underscores its importance in maintaining voltage stability and power quality for the community.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a suburban area of Mansfield, Massachusetts, where land use is a mix of residential and commercial development. The 115 kV voltage level indicates moderate environmental footprint, with typical considerations including electromagnetic field management and stormwater runoff control. Standard practices for substations in this region include oil containment for transformers and noise mitigation measures.
Frequently asked questions
Bird Road Substation is located in Mansfield, Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates 42.052396, -71.177450.
Bird Road Substation operates at 115 kV, which is a sub-transmission voltage level commonly used for local power distribution.
The substation is operated by Mansfield Municipal Electric Department, a municipal utility serving the town of Mansfield, Massachusetts.
As part of the US electrical grid, Bird Road Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 115 kV substation steps down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, and provides switching and protection capabilities to maintain grid reliability.