Overview
Campus Sub is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by NIPSCO. It operates at a voltage of 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
Campus Sub is an electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by NIPSCO. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. With a voltage level of 69 kV, it is classified as a sub-transmission or distribution substation, typical for serving local industrial or residential loads. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. As a NIPSCO asset, it is part of a larger utility network serving northern Indiana. The 69 kV voltage level is common for distribution substations that step down power from higher transmission voltages for local use. Campus Sub contributes to grid stability by providing voltage regulation and load management in its service area. Its location near Valparaiso, Indiana, supports the electrical infrastructure for surrounding communities and industries. The substation's operational status ensures continued reliability for the regional power supply.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a mix of urban and rural areas, typical for northern Indiana. The 69 kV voltage level indicates it is a distribution substation, which generally has a smaller environmental footprint compared to high-voltage transmission facilities. Local environmental considerations include proximity to residential areas and potential electromagnetic field exposure, though standard siting practices mitigate such impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Campus Sub is located in the United States, near Valparaiso, Indiana, at coordinates 41.465986, -87.038126.
Campus Sub operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for a distribution substation.
Campus Sub is owned and operated by NIPSCO, a utility company serving northern Indiana.
As part of the US bulk power system, Campus Sub must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.