Overview
Crossett West Substation is an operational electrical substation in Crossett, Arkansas, owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 13.86 kV, serving the local grid.
Crossett West Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Crossett, Arkansas, United States. Owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas, it plays a key role in the regional power distribution network. The substation handles primary voltage of 115 kV and secondary voltage of 13.86 kV, typical for a medium-voltage substation serving industrial and residential loads. As part of the Entergy Arkansas system, this facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These standards ensure grid reliability and compliance with mandatory reliability standards. The substation's voltage levels indicate it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down transmission voltage for local use. The substation supports the electrical infrastructure of Crossett and surrounding areas, contributing to grid stability and power quality. Its location in a rural industrial region underscores its importance for local economic activities, including the nearby paper mill and other industries. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of southern Arkansas, near the Louisiana border. The region's electrical infrastructure must contend with occasional severe weather, including thunderstorms and tornadoes, which can impact grid reliability. The substation's design likely includes measures to withstand such events, such as robust grounding and surge protection. Its location away from dense urban areas reduces electromagnetic field exposure concerns but requires longer transmission lines, increasing vulnerability to vegetation interference.
Frequently asked questions
Crossett West Substation is located in Crossett, Arkansas, United States, at coordinates 33.121899 N, -91.983264 W.
The substation operates at primary voltage of 115 kV and secondary voltage of 13.86 kV, typical for a distribution substation.
The substation is owned and operated by Entergy Arkansas, a major utility serving the state.
As part of the US grid, it must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
Substations like Crossett West step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages for local use, ensuring reliable power delivery to homes and businesses.