Overview
Coopertown Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation. It handles voltages of 161 kV and 24.94 kV.
Coopertown Substation is an electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation. The facility is operational and serves as a key node in the local power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for regional delivery. The substation operates with voltage levels of 161,000 volts (161 kV) on the transmission side and 24,940 volts (24.94 kV) on the distribution side. This voltage configuration is typical for a substation that connects high-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution circuits serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. As part of the U.S. grid, the substation is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring stable and secure power delivery. Coopertown Substation plays a critical role in the electrical infrastructure of the Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation service area, supporting grid stability and power reliability for the surrounding community. Its location in rural Tennessee underscores its importance in extending electricity access to less densely populated regions, contributing to the overall resilience of the regional power system.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Tennessee, where the local environment includes mixed agricultural and forested land. Electrical infrastructure in such settings must consider vegetation management to prevent outages and wildlife interactions that could disrupt service. The facility's voltage levels indicate it handles significant power flows, requiring careful environmental planning to minimize electromagnetic field impacts and ensure safe operation near natural habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Coopertown Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, at coordinates 36.458735, -86.951947.
Coopertown Substation is an electrical substation that steps down high-voltage transmission power (161 kV) to lower distribution voltage (24.94 kV) for local delivery to homes and businesses.
Coopertown Substation is owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation, a member-owned electric cooperative serving parts of Tennessee.
Substations in the USA are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity and must comply with NERC reliability standards to ensure grid stability and security.
Coopertown Substation handles transmission voltage of 161,000 volts (161 kV) and distribution voltage of 24,940 volts (24.94 kV).