Overview
Crescent City Substation FPL is an operational substation in Florida, United States, owned by Florida Power & Light. It operates at 115 kV and 14 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Crescent City Substation FPL is a substation located in Florida, United States, owned and operated by Florida Power & Light (FPL). The facility is part of FPL's extensive electrical infrastructure network serving the state. As a substation, it plays a critical role in voltage transformation and distribution of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The substation operates at voltage levels of 115,000 volts (115 kV) and 14,000 volts (14 kV), indicating its function in both transmission and distribution. The 115 kV level connects to the high-voltage transmission grid, while the 14 kV level serves local distribution networks. The facility is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with federal requirements. Located in a region prone to hurricanes and tropical storms, the substation's operational resilience is important for maintaining power supply during extreme weather events. FPL has invested in grid hardening and smart grid technologies to enhance reliability. The substation supports the local community by providing essential electrical infrastructure for daily activities and economic development.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a subtropical climate, where heat and humidity can affect equipment performance. Vegetation management is necessary to prevent outages from tree contact. The facility's location near water bodies may require flood mitigation measures. The 115 kV transmission lines can have visual and land-use impacts, but substations typically have a small footprint relative to their service area.
Frequently asked questions
Crescent City Substation FPL is located in Florida, United States, near coordinates 29.444474, -81.514910. It is owned and operated by Florida Power & Light.
The substation operates at 115,000 volts (115 kV) for transmission and 14,000 volts (14 kV) for distribution, serving both high-voltage grid connections and local power distribution.
The substation is owned by Florida Power & Light (FPL), a major electric utility in Florida serving millions of customers.
Substations in the US are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulation for interstate transmission. Compliance with ISO/IEC 61850 for substation automation is also common.
As a substation, it transforms voltage levels and routes power, helping maintain grid stability. FPL's investments in hardening and automation enhance resilience against weather events and outages.