Overview
Dawson Substation is an operational electrical substation in Oklahoma, United States, operated by Public Service Company of Oklahoma at 138 kV voltage level.
Dawson Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Oklahoma, United States. It is owned and operated by Public Service Company of Oklahoma, a subsidiary of American Electric Power. The substation operates at a voltage level of 138 kV, which is a common transmission voltage for regional power distribution in the United States. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Dawson 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 138 kV voltage level indicates it serves as a transmission-level asset, connecting bulk power systems to local distribution networks. Substations of this scale typically employ switchgear and transformers to step down voltage for industrial or residential use. The substation's location in Oklahoma places it within the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) regional transmission organization, which coordinates grid reliability and energy markets across the central United States. Its operational status ensures continued support for regional grid stability and electricity delivery to surrounding communities.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a temperate climate, where seasonal weather patterns can impact grid operations. Oklahoma experiences occasional severe storms and high winds, which may affect overhead transmission lines and substation equipment. The facility's design likely incorporates standard environmental safeguards for oil containment from transformers and noise mitigation measures typical of urban or suburban substations.
Frequently asked questions
Dawson Substation is located in Oklahoma, United States, at coordinates 36.169643, -95.867507.
Dawson Substation is owned and operated by Public Service Company of Oklahoma, a subsidiary of American Electric Power.
Dawson Substation operates at a voltage level of 138 kV, which is a standard transmission voltage for regional power distribution.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Dawson Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 138 kV substation serves as a transmission-level asset, stepping down voltage from higher transmission lines to distribution levels for industrial, commercial, and residential use, ensuring grid stability and reliable electricity supply.