Overview
Cedar Hill Switching Station is an operational substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power. It operates at 138 kV and 69 kV voltage levels.
Cedar Hill Switching Station is a substation located in Texas, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power. As a switching station, it plays a role in the regional electrical grid by routing power at transmission-level voltages. The facility operates at 138 kV and 69 kV, which are common voltage levels for subtransmission and distribution in the United States. As part of the American Electric Power system, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for grid stability and security. This substation supports the electrical infrastructure in the region, contributing to reliable power distribution for surrounding communities. Its operational status ensures continued service within the broader grid network.
Environmental context
Located in a rural area of Texas, the substation's environmental context includes typical considerations for electrical infrastructure such as electromagnetic field management and vegetation clearance for safety. The facility's voltage levels indicate moderate grid criticality, with standard environmental mitigation practices for substations in this region.
Frequently asked questions
Cedar Hill Switching Station is located in Texas, United States, near coordinates 32.014413, -100.738961.
The substation operates at 138 kV and 69 kV voltage levels.
The substation is owned and operated by American Electric Power.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for transmission-level assets.
A switching station routes electrical power between transmission lines without transforming voltage, helping to manage grid flow and reliability.