Overview
Cragmor Substation is an operational electrical substation in Colorado Springs, Colorado, owned and operated by Colorado Springs Utilities. It operates at 34.5 kV, supporting local grid stability.
Cragmor Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States. Owned and operated by Colorado Springs Utilities, it serves as a key node in the local electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltages for distribution to residential and commercial customers. The substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for medium-voltage distribution substations in the United States. As part of the Colorado Springs Utilities network, it adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and safety. The facility is situated in an urban area, supporting the growing energy demands of Colorado Springs. Cragmor Substation plays a vital role in maintaining reliable electricity supply to the surrounding community. Its operational status ensures continued service to homes and businesses, contributing to the overall resilience of the regional power grid. The substation's location in a city with a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial users underscores its importance in daily energy distribution.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Colorado Springs, the substation operates within a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters. The surrounding environment includes residential neighborhoods and commercial zones, with potential impacts from electromagnetic fields and noise managed through standard utility practices. The substation's design and operation comply with local environmental regulations to minimize ecological disturbance.
Frequently asked questions
Cragmor Substation is located in Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States, at coordinates 38.896665, -104.807811.
Cragmor Substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is a standard medium-voltage level for distribution substations in the United States.
Cragmor Substation is owned and operated by Colorado Springs Utilities, a municipal utility serving the Colorado Springs area.
As part of the US electrical grid, Cragmor Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations to ensure grid stability and safety.
Substations like Cragmor step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses. They also provide switching, protection, and monitoring functions.