Overview
Cypress Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tampa, Florida, owned and operated by TECO. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Cypress Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tampa, Florida, United States. Owned and operated by TECO, it plays a role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local use. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the TECO system, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity markets and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards to ensure grid stability. Located in an urban area of Tampa, Cypress Substation supports the electrical needs of residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its operational status contributes to the reliability of the local power grid, and its age and equipment condition are managed under TECO's asset management programs to maintain safety and performance.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Tampa, Florida, where electrical infrastructure must withstand humid subtropical climate conditions, including high temperatures, humidity, and the risk of hurricanes. These factors influence equipment design and maintenance practices to ensure reliability and minimize environmental impact from potential failures.
Frequently asked questions
Cypress Substation is located in Tampa, Florida, United States, at coordinates 27.952004, -82.531680.
Cypress Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations.
Cypress Substation is owned and operated by TECO, a major electric utility serving the Tampa Bay area.
As part of the U.S. power grid, Cypress Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations to ensure grid stability and safety.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltages for distribution to local customers, playing a key role in delivering electricity from high-voltage lines to communities.