Overview
Daffan Gin Substation is an operational electrical substation in Austin, Texas, owned and operated by Austin Energy. It operates at 138 kV, serving the local grid.
Daffan Gin Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Austin, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Austin Energy, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of Austin Energy's grid, the substation is subject to regulatory oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The 138 kV voltage level places it in the medium-to-high voltage range, supporting urban and suburban load centers in the Austin metropolitan area. The substation contributes to the stability and reliability of the local electrical infrastructure, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in a growing urban area underscores its importance in meeting increasing electricity demand. The facility operates under standard industry practices for substation automation and protection, consistent with ISO/IEC 61850 standards.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Austin, Texas, where land use is predominantly residential and commercial. The local climate is humid subtropical, with hot summers and mild winters, leading to high air conditioning demand that stresses the grid. The substation's 138 kV infrastructure is designed to minimize electromagnetic field exposure through standard siting practices, and its operation aligns with local environmental regulations regarding noise and visual impact.
Frequently asked questions
Daffan Gin Substation is located in Austin, Texas, United States, at coordinates 30.309657, -97.615406.
Daffan Gin Substation is owned and operated by Austin Energy, the municipal electric utility serving Austin, Texas.
Daffan Gin Substation operates at 138 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, Daffan Gin Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets. It also follows ISO/IEC 61850 standards for substation automation.
Daffan Gin Substation steps down voltage from transmission lines to distribution levels, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Austin area. It helps maintain grid stability and reliability.