Overview
Dale Mabry Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tampa, Florida, owned and operated by TECO. It handles voltages of 230 kV, 69 kV, and 13 kV, serving the local grid.
Dale Mabry Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tampa, Florida, United States. Owned and operated by TECO, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation operates at multiple voltage levels: 230 kV for transmission, 69 kV for sub-transmission, and 13 kV for distribution. This configuration is typical for a major substation serving a metropolitan area, allowing interconnection between high-voltage transmission lines and lower-voltage distribution networks. As part of the US grid, the facility adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets. Located in an urban area, Dale Mabry Substation supports the electrical infrastructure of Tampa, a growing city with significant residential, commercial, and industrial demand. Its strategic role in voltage transformation and grid stability makes it a critical asset for local power reliability and community service.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Tampa, Florida, where electrical infrastructure must balance reliability with environmental considerations. Urban substations like this one are designed to minimize visual impact and electromagnetic fields, while ensuring safe operation near residential and commercial areas.
Frequently asked questions
Dale Mabry Substation is located in Tampa, Florida, United States, at coordinates 28.112331, -82.510525.
The substation operates at 230 kV (transmission), 69 kV (sub-transmission), and 13 kV (distribution) voltage levels.
The substation is owned and operated by TECO (Tampa Electric Company), a major utility serving the Tampa Bay area.
US substations must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets, ensuring safe and reliable operation.
As a substation, it steps down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, enabling electricity delivery to homes and businesses in the Tampa area.