Overview
Clay Center Junction Substation is an operational electrical substation in Clay Center, Kansas, owned and operated by Evergy. It operates at 115 kV and 34 kV voltage levels, serving the local grid.
Clay Center Junction Substation is an electrical substation located in Clay Center, Kansas, United States. Owned and operated by Evergy, the facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation handles voltage levels of 115 kV and 34 kV, indicating its function in stepping down transmission-level power for local distribution. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, this substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for transmission assets. The facility's voltage levels suggest it serves as a junction between high-voltage transmission and medium-voltage distribution, typical for substations in rural and semi-urban areas. The substation's location in Clay Center supports the electrical needs of the surrounding community and agricultural region. Its role in the grid contributes to the stability and reliability of power supply in north-central Kansas, aligning with Evergy's service area and the broader regional transmission network.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural agricultural area of Kansas, where the local environment is characterized by open plains and farmland. Electrical infrastructure like this substation has a relatively low direct environmental footprint, but its operation supports the electrification of agricultural activities and rural communities. The voltage levels indicate a moderate scale of power handling, with typical considerations for electromagnetic field management and vegetation clearance around the site.
Frequently asked questions
Clay Center Junction Substation is located in Clay Center, Kansas, United States, at coordinates 39.250241, -97.128520.
The substation operates at two voltage levels: 115 kV (high-voltage transmission) and 34 kV (medium-voltage distribution).
The substation is owned and operated by Evergy, a major electric utility serving Kansas and Missouri.
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
Substations like this one transform voltage levels and route electricity between transmission lines and local distribution networks, ensuring reliable power delivery to homes and businesses.