Overview
Broadacre Substation is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by AEP Ohio. It handles voltage levels of 138 kV and 13.09 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Broadacre Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by AEP Ohio, it serves as a key node in the regional transmission and distribution network, converting high-voltage electricity for local distribution. The substation operates at voltage levels of 138 kV and 13.09 kV, typical for a step-down substation that connects the bulk transmission system to lower-voltage distribution networks. As part of AEP Ohio's infrastructure, it is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. Broadacre Substation plays a critical role in delivering electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area. Its location in Ohio, a state with a diverse industrial base and significant electricity demand, underscores its importance in maintaining reliable power supply and supporting economic activity.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Ohio, where electrical infrastructure supports agricultural and residential loads. The voltage levels and equipment age influence environmental considerations such as electromagnetic field management and oil containment for transformers. AEP Ohio operates under environmental regulations that govern stormwater runoff and hazardous material handling at substation sites.
Frequently asked questions
Broadacre Substation is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 40.363678, -80.787858.
Broadacre Substation is owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a major electric utility serving customers in Ohio.
Broadacre Substation handles voltage levels of 138 kV (transmission) and 13.09 kV (distribution), typical for a step-down substation.
As part of the US bulk power system, Broadacre Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and security.
Substations like Broadacre transform voltage levels and route electricity between transmission and distribution networks, enabling safe and efficient power delivery to end users.