Overview
Copper Breaks Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by Brazos Electric. It operates at 69 kV, serving the regional power grid.
Copper Breaks Substation is an electrical substation located in Texas, United States, owned and operated by Brazos Electric. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional transmission network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at 69 kV, a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States. As part of the Brazos Electric cooperative system, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and compliance with interstate electricity market rules. The substation's location in rural Texas supports the electrical infrastructure for surrounding communities and agricultural operations. Its role in the grid contributes to the reliability of power supply in the region, aligning with the broader objectives of the Texas Interconnection.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Texas, where the electrical infrastructure supports agricultural and residential loads. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a sub-transmission role, with potential environmental considerations including land use for transmission corridors and electromagnetic field management. The facility's operation is subject to environmental regulations under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) for any upgrades or expansions.
Frequently asked questions
Copper Breaks Substation is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 34.161661, -99.738682.
Copper Breaks Substation operates at 69 kV, which is a typical voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations.
Copper Breaks Substation is owned and operated by Brazos Electric, an electric cooperative in Texas.
As part of the US electrical grid, Copper Breaks Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for local distribution, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers in its area.