Overview
Diamond Lake Substation is an operational 138 kV substation in Indiana, United States, owned and operated by Noble REMC. It plays a key role in local grid stability.
Diamond Lake Substation is an electrical substation located in Indiana, United States, owned and operated by Noble REMC. The facility operates at 138 kV, a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution, serving as a critical node in the regional power grid. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. As a 138 kV facility, it falls under NERC's transmission-level criteria, requiring compliance with standards for voltage control, protection systems, and maintenance. As part of Noble REMC's infrastructure, Diamond Lake Substation supports electricity distribution to rural and suburban communities in northeastern Indiana. Its operational status ensures reliable power supply to local homes, farms, and businesses, contributing to the region's energy resilience.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Indiana, surrounded by agricultural land and scattered residential developments. Its 138 kV voltage level indicates it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down power from higher-voltage transmission lines. Typical substations in this region are subject to regular maintenance under NERC standards to minimize environmental risks such as oil leaks from transformers.
Frequently asked questions
Diamond Lake Substation is located in Indiana, United States, near coordinates 41.446178, -85.567547.
Diamond Lake Substation operates at 138 kV, a standard voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations.
Diamond Lake Substation is owned and operated by Noble REMC, a rural electric membership cooperative in Indiana.
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, Diamond Lake Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission lines for distribution to local communities, ensuring stable and reliable electricity supply.