Overview
Cypresswood Substation is an operational electrical substation owned by Duke Energy in Florida, United States. It operates at 69 kV, serving local grid stability.
Cypresswood Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Florida, United States, owned and operated by Duke Energy. The facility operates at a voltage of 69 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level infrastructure in the region. As a Duke Energy asset, Cypresswood Substation falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The 69 kV voltage level indicates its role in stepping down power from transmission lines for local distribution, a common configuration in suburban and urban areas. The substation supports grid reliability for the surrounding community in Florida, a state with growing electricity demand due to population growth and climate-driven air conditioning loads. Its operational status ensures continued service to residential and commercial customers, contributing to the resilience of the regional power network.
Environmental context
Located in Florida, Cypresswood Substation operates in a region prone to hurricanes and extreme weather, which poses risks to electrical infrastructure. The 69 kV voltage level and substation design typically include weatherproofing and redundancy measures to maintain grid stability during storms. The facility's urban-suburban setting requires careful land use planning to minimize visual and electromagnetic impacts on nearby communities.
Frequently asked questions
Cypresswood Substation is located in Florida, United States, at coordinates 28.012231, -81.632481.
Cypresswood Substation operates at 69 kV, a medium-voltage level typical for distribution substations.
Cypresswood Substation is owned by Duke Energy, a major utility company in the United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, Cypresswood Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and safety.
A 69 kV substation steps down transmission-level voltage for local distribution, serving residential and commercial areas with reliable electricity.