Overview
Crist Road Substation is an operational electrical substation in Garland, Texas, owned and operated by Garland Power & Light. It operates at 138 kV, serving the local grid.
Crist Road Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Garland, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Garland Power & Light, the facility plays a key role in the local electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltage for distribution to residential and commercial customers. The substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, a common transmission-level voltage in the United States. As part of the Texas Interconnection, it adheres to NERC reliability standards and is subject to FERC regulation for interstate aspects. The facility is situated in an urban-suburban setting, supporting the growing energy demands of the Garland area. As a critical node in the local grid, Crist Road Substation ensures reliable power delivery to the community. Its operational status and voltage level indicate a medium-scale facility that contributes to grid stability. The substation's location in a densely populated region underscores its importance for maintaining continuous electricity supply.
Environmental context
Located in an urban-suburban area of Garland, Texas, the substation operates in a region with hot summers and mild winters, influencing peak demand patterns. The facility's 138 kV voltage level places it within the transmission network, which can have localized environmental impacts such as electromagnetic fields and visual intrusion. Typical mitigation measures include landscaping and adherence to safety standards.
Frequently asked questions
Crist Road Substation is located in Garland, Texas, United States, at coordinates 32.937148, -96.624878.
Crist Road Substation operates at 138 kV, which is a standard transmission voltage in the United States.
Crist Road Substation is owned and operated by Garland Power & Light, a municipal utility serving the city of Garland, Texas.
As part of the US electrical grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage to distribution levels, serving as a critical link between high-voltage transmission lines and local distribution networks.