Overview
Clarksdale Substation is an operational electrical substation in Mississippi, USA, owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 13.86 kV, serving the local grid.
Clarksdale Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States. Owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi, this facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local use. The substation operates with voltage levels of 115,000 volts (115 kV) on the transmission side and 13,860 volts (13.86 kV) on the distribution side, typical for a medium-voltage substation serving a mixed urban and rural area. As part of the Entergy Mississippi system, it adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and is subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for transmission-level assets. Clarksdale Substation supports the electrical infrastructure of the Mississippi Delta region, providing reliable power to residential, commercial, and agricultural customers. Its operational status ensures grid stability in an area prone to extreme weather, highlighting its importance to local community resilience.
Environmental context
Located in the Mississippi Delta, Clarksdale Substation operates in a region with a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and frequent thunderstorms. The substation's design must account for lightning strikes and flooding risks. Its voltage levels indicate a role in both transmission and distribution, with potential environmental considerations related to electromagnetic fields and land use. The surrounding area is primarily agricultural, so the substation's footprint is relatively small compared to industrial zones.
Frequently asked questions
Clarksdale Substation is located in Clarksdale, Mississippi, United States, at coordinates 34.174852, -90.554663.
Clarksdale Substation is an electrical substation that steps down transmission voltage (115 kV) to distribution voltage (13.86 kV) for local power delivery.
Clarksdale Substation is owned and operated by Entergy Mississippi, a utility serving the state of Mississippi.
As part of the US electrical grid, Clarksdale Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission assets.
Clarksdale Substation operates at 115,000 volts (115 kV) on the transmission side and 13,860 volts (13.86 kV) on the distribution side.