Overview
Daniels Road Substation is an operational electrical substation in Rowley, Massachusetts, operated by Rowley Municipal Lighting Plant. It handles voltages of 23 kV and 13.8 kV, serving local grid stability.
Daniels Road Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Rowley, Massachusetts, United States. It is owned and operated by Rowley Municipal Lighting Plant, a municipal utility serving the local community. The substation operates at voltage levels of 23 kV and 13.8 kV, indicating a distribution-level facility that steps down power for residential and commercial use. As a substation within the US electrical grid, it operates under reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and is subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for interstate transmission aspects. The facility likely employs standard substation automation protocols such as IEC 61850 for monitoring and control. Its location in a suburban area of Massachusetts suggests it supports a mix of residential and light industrial loads. The substation plays a critical role in the local distribution network, ensuring reliable power delivery to Rowley and surrounding areas. Its operation by a municipal utility highlights a community-focused approach to electrical infrastructure, with emphasis on local grid resilience and service continuity.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a suburban area of northeastern Massachusetts, characterized by mixed residential and light industrial land use. The region experiences a temperate climate with seasonal variations, including nor'easters that can impact grid reliability. The facility's design likely incorporates standard environmental safeguards for oil containment and noise mitigation, typical for distribution substations in residential zones.
Frequently asked questions
Daniels Road Substation is located in Rowley, Massachusetts, United States, at coordinates 42.706803, -70.928819.
Daniels Road Substation operates at voltage levels of 23 kV and 13.8 kV, typical for distribution substations serving local communities.
The substation is owned and operated by Rowley Municipal Lighting Plant, a municipal utility serving the Rowley area.
Substations in the US must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate transmission. Automation often follows IEC 61850 standards.
Distribution substations step down transmission voltages to lower levels for local distribution, ensuring reliable electricity supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.