Overview
Catalina Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by ITC. It handles voltages of 120 kV and 13.2 kV, serving the local grid.
Catalina Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by ITC. The facility handles primary voltage levels of 120 kV and 13.2 kV, indicating its role in both transmission and distribution within the regional power grid. 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 part of the ITC network, it contributes to the stability and efficiency of electricity delivery in the region. Environmental and operational significance includes its role in maintaining grid reliability for the surrounding area. The substation's voltage levels suggest it serves as a critical node for power distribution, supporting local communities and industries. Its location in the United States places it within a well-regulated electricity infrastructure system.
Environmental context
The substation is located in an urban or suburban area near Pontiac, Michigan, where it supports local electricity demand. Its voltage levels (120 kV and 13.2 kV) indicate a mix of transmission and distribution functions, which can influence land use and local ecology through right-of-way maintenance. The facility's age and technology are typical for the region, with potential impacts from electromagnetic fields and heat dissipation.
Frequently asked questions
Catalina Substation is located in the United States, with coordinates approximately 42.655666 N, -83.289260 W, near Pontiac, Michigan.
Catalina Substation handles primary voltages of 120 kV and 13.2 kV, indicating it serves both transmission and distribution functions.
Catalina Substation is owned and operated by ITC, a major electricity transmission company in the United States.
As a substation in the United States, Catalina Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for the bulk power system.
Catalina Substation is currently operational, contributing to the stability and reliability of the local power grid.