Overview
Calla Substation is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by DTE Energy. It operates at voltages of 120 kV and 13.2 kV, serving the local grid.
Calla Substation is an electrical substation located in Michigan, United States, and is owned and operated by DTE Energy. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. As a substation, it steps down high-voltage transmission power for local distribution. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 120 kV (transmission) and 13.2 kV (distribution), indicating it serves as a step-down substation. In the United States, such facilities are subject to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for interstate transmission. DTE Energy, as a major utility in Michigan, operates its substations in compliance with these frameworks. The substation's location in Michigan places it within the regional grid managed by the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO). Its operational status ensures continued support for local electricity demand, contributing to grid stability and reliability for surrounding communities.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural or suburban area of Michigan, where it supports local electricity distribution. Its operation involves minimal direct environmental impact, though it is part of the broader electrical infrastructure that enables energy transmission. The surrounding region experiences a temperate climate, with seasonal variations that influence electricity demand for heating and cooling.
Frequently asked questions
Calla Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 42.392914, -83.972283.
Calla Substation is an electrical substation that steps down high-voltage transmission power (120 kV) to lower distribution voltage (13.2 kV) for local electricity supply.
Calla Substation is owned and operated by DTE Energy, a major utility company serving Michigan.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Calla Substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets, and complies with MISO grid requirements.
Calla Substation operates at 120 kV (transmission) and 13.2 kV (distribution), typical for a step-down substation.