Overview
Cat Tractor Substation is an operational 115 kV electrical substation in York County, Pennsylvania, owned and operated by Met-Ed. It plays a key role in the regional power grid.
Cat Tractor Substation is an electrical substation located in York County, Pennsylvania, United States. Operating at 115 kV, it is a medium-voltage facility that steps down transmission-level power for local distribution. The substation is owned and operated by Met-Ed, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, and serves the surrounding residential and commercial areas. 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 115 kV facility, it is part of the sub-transmission network that connects high-voltage transmission lines to distribution systems. Typical equipment includes circuit breakers, transformers, and switchgear, with automation often following IEC 61850 standards. Cat Tractor Substation contributes to grid stability and reliability in the region. Its location in a mixed urban-rural area supports both residential customers and local industries. The facility is part of Met-Ed's broader infrastructure, which serves over 560,000 customers in Pennsylvania. Its operational status ensures continued power delivery to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a temperate climate zone with seasonal temperature variations, which can affect equipment performance and maintenance schedules. Its location in a mixed urban-rural area means it supports both residential and light industrial loads. The surrounding landscape includes agricultural fields and suburban developments, with no immediate proximity to sensitive ecological areas. The facility's design includes standard environmental safeguards such as oil containment for transformers to prevent soil contamination.
Frequently asked questions
Cat Tractor Substation is located in York County, Pennsylvania, United States, near coordinates 39.985850, -76.675470.
Cat Tractor Substation operates at 115 kV, which is a common sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Met-Ed, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corporation.
The substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for the bulk power system, as well as state-level utility regulations in Pennsylvania.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage to distribution levels, serving as a critical node for delivering electricity to local communities and industries.