Risk: Low Substation Operational

Distributing Station 4 - Substation in Los Angeles, United States

United States

Overview

Distributing Station 4 is an operational substation in Los Angeles, United States, handling voltages of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV. It plays a key role in local power distribution.

Distributing Station 4 is a substation located in Los Angeles, California, United States. It is part of the electrical infrastructure that distributes power to residential and commercial areas. The facility operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, typical for distribution substations that step down transmission voltages for local use. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC oversight for interstate transmission. As a distribution-level asset, it is subject to state-level utility regulations and local grid codes. The facility's voltage levels indicate it serves as a medium-voltage distribution point, connecting higher-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution networks. Located in an urban area of Los Angeles, Distributing Station 4 supports the electrical needs of a densely populated region. Its operational status ensures reliable power delivery to homes and businesses, contributing to grid resilience in a major metropolitan area. The substation's role in the local distribution network is critical for maintaining service continuity and supporting economic activity.

Environmental context

Located in an urban environment in Los Angeles, the substation operates in a region with high electricity demand and a focus on grid reliability. The surrounding area includes residential and commercial zones, where the substation's voltage levels and distribution role are critical for stable power supply. Urban substations like this one are often integrated into the built environment, with considerations for electromagnetic fields and noise mitigation.

Frequently asked questions

Distributing Station 4 is located in Los Angeles, California, United States, at coordinates 33.989979, -118.282240.

Distributing Station 4 operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, which are typical for distribution substations stepping down transmission voltages for local use.

Distributing Station 4 is currently operational, actively distributing electricity to the surrounding area.

Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate transmission, as well as state-level utility rules.

As a distribution substation, it steps down higher transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, ensuring reliable power delivery to residential and commercial customers in Los Angeles.
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