Overview
Corporate Drive Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by Orange & Rockland. It operates at a voltage of 138 kV, serving the local grid.
Corporate Drive Substation is an electrical substation located in the United States, specifically at coordinates 41.038597, -73.987721, which places it in the state of New York. The facility is owned and operated by Orange & Rockland, a utility company serving parts of New York and New Jersey. The substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, classifying it as a transmission-level asset within the regional power grid. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for transmission-level facilities. As a 138 kV substation, it plays a role in stepping down voltage for distribution or interconnecting transmission lines. The facility is located in a suburban area near the town of Orangeburg, New York, and is part of the broader infrastructure supporting the densely populated New York metropolitan region. Environmentally, the substation's operation is subject to state and federal regulations regarding electromagnetic fields, oil containment (if applicable), and noise. Its location in a developed area means it integrates with existing land use, and its role in grid stability is critical for local residential and commercial customers. The facility contributes to the reliability of the regional power supply, supporting economic activity and community services.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a suburban area of New York, near the town of Orangeburg. The surrounding environment is a mix of residential and commercial development, with proximity to the Palisades Interstate Park. As an electrical substation, its environmental impact is primarily related to electromagnetic fields, potential oil leaks from transformers, and noise. The facility is subject to local zoning and environmental regulations, and its operation is designed to minimize disruption to the surrounding community.
Frequently asked questions
Corporate Drive Substation is located in the United States, near Orangeburg, New York, at coordinates 41.038597, -73.987721.
Corporate Drive Substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is typical for transmission-level substations in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Orange & Rockland, a utility company serving parts of New York and New Jersey.
As a US transmission-level substation, it must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, as well as state-level utility commission rules.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for distribution or interconnects transmission lines, playing a key role in grid stability and power delivery to local areas.