Overview
CPC James River Substation is an operational electrical substation in Virginia, United States, owned by Colonial Pipeline Company. It operates at 115 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
CPC James River Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Virginia, United States. Owned by Colonial Pipeline Company, the facility plays a role in the regional power transmission network, stepping down high-voltage electricity for distribution. The substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), ensuring compliance with reliability standards for grid stability. The facility's location in Virginia places it within the PJM Interconnection, one of the largest regional transmission organizations in the U.S. Its operation supports the reliable delivery of electricity to local communities and industrial users, contributing to the overall resilience of the regional power system.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Virginia, near the James River. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil leakage from transformers, which are managed through standard environmental safeguards. The surrounding landscape includes mixed forest and agricultural land, where maintaining grid reliability supports local energy needs without significant ecological disruption.
Frequently asked questions
CPC James River Substation is located in Virginia, United States, near the James River. Its coordinates are approximately 37.7593 N, -78.1741 W.
CPC James River Substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is a common sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
CPC James River Substation is owned by Colonial Pipeline Company, a major operator of refined petroleum pipelines in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, CPC James River Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and security.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for distribution to local networks, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers.