Overview
Cartersville Wastewater Treatment Substation is an operational electrical substation in Cartersville, Georgia, United States, operating at 46 kV. It supports local grid stability and wastewater treatment infrastructure.
Cartersville Wastewater Treatment Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Cartersville, Georgia, United States. The facility operates at a voltage of 46 kV, placing it in the medium-voltage range typical for distribution-level substations serving industrial or municipal loads. As a substation in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for transmission-level assets, though distribution-level substations are primarily regulated at the state level by the Georgia Public Service Commission. The substation likely employs standard switchgear and protection systems compliant with IEEE and ANSI standards. The substation plays a critical role in providing reliable electricity to the Cartersville wastewater treatment plant, ensuring continuous operation of pumps and treatment processes. Its location in a growing urban area underscores its importance for community sanitation and environmental compliance.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in Cartersville, Georgia, within the Etowah River watershed. Its operation supports the wastewater treatment plant's role in maintaining local water quality. The 46 kV voltage level indicates a distribution-scale facility, which typically has a smaller environmental footprint than high-voltage transmission substations. Proximity to residential and industrial areas requires adherence to noise and electromagnetic field regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Cartersville Wastewater Treatment Substation is located in Cartersville, Georgia, United States, at coordinates 34.141200, -84.830588.
The substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations serving industrial or municipal facilities.
The operator of the substation is not publicly listed, but it is likely operated by the local utility serving Cartersville, Georgia.
In the United States, substations are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate transmission. Distribution-level substations also comply with state-level regulations from the Georgia Public Service Commission.
This substation provides electrical power to the Cartersville wastewater treatment plant, ensuring reliable operation of critical water infrastructure. It also contributes to the stability of the local distribution grid.