Overview
Dead Lakes Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. It operates at a voltage of 46 kV, serving the regional grid.
Dead Lakes Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. The facility operates at a voltage of 46 kV, placing it within the distribution-level voltage range typical for regional power distribution. As a substation operating under the jurisdiction of the United States, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for grid stability. The 46 kV voltage level indicates a medium-voltage substation, commonly used to step down power from transmission lines for local distribution. PowerSouth Energy Cooperative is a generation and transmission cooperative serving Alabama and Florida. The substation plays a role in maintaining grid reliability for the surrounding area. Its operational status ensures continued power delivery to local communities and industrial users. The facility's location in a rural area near the Dead Lakes region contributes to the resilience of the regional electrical infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area near the Dead Lakes region, a natural floodplain ecosystem. Electrical infrastructure in such settings must consider environmental factors like stormwater management and wildlife protection. The 46 kV voltage level suggests a moderate footprint, with typical environmental considerations including vegetation management and oil containment for transformers.
Frequently asked questions
Dead Lakes Substation is located in the United States, near the Dead Lakes region in the state of Florida, with coordinates 30.236528, -85.213961.
Dead Lakes Substation is owned and operated by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative serving Alabama and Florida.
Dead Lakes Substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is a medium-voltage level typical for distribution substations.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and are regulated by FERC for transmission-level assets. Additionally, substation automation often follows the ISO/IEC 61850 standard.
A 46 kV substation typically steps down power from higher voltage transmission lines for local distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, ensuring reliable electricity supply.