Overview
Cleveland 69 Substation is an operational electrical substation in Cleveland, Oklahoma, owned and operated by KAMO Power. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Cleveland 69 Substation is an electrical substation located in Cleveland, Oklahoma, United States. Owned and operated by KAMO Power, the facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level infrastructure in rural and suburban areas. As a 69 kV substation, this facility falls within the medium-voltage range commonly used for local power distribution. In the United States, such substations are subject to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for grid stability. KAMO Power, a generation and transmission cooperative, operates this substation as part of its network serving member cooperatives in Oklahoma and surrounding states. The substation's location in Cleveland, a small town in Pawnee County, supports the electrical needs of the local community and surrounding rural areas. Its role in stepping down voltage from transmission lines to distribution levels is critical for delivering electricity to homes and businesses. The facility contributes to the reliability of the regional grid, particularly during peak demand periods.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Oklahoma, characterized by flat to gently rolling terrain and a mix of agricultural and residential land use. The local climate includes hot summers and cold winters, which can influence electricity demand for cooling and heating. The facility's 69 kV voltage level is typical for distribution substations in such settings, where it helps maintain grid stability and power quality for the surrounding community.
Frequently asked questions
Cleveland 69 Substation is located in Cleveland, Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 36.305365, -96.469417.
Cleveland 69 Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations.
Cleveland 69 Substation is owned and operated by KAMO Power, a generation and transmission cooperative serving member cooperatives in Oklahoma and surrounding states.
In the United States, substations like Cleveland 69 are subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation to ensure grid stability and reliability.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels to distribution levels, serving local communities and industries with reliable electricity.