Overview
DPI Substation, operated by Alpena Power Company, is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States. It operates at 34.5 kV, serving the local grid.
DPI Substation is an electrical substation located in Michigan, United States, operated by Alpena Power Company. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down voltage for local consumption. The substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the Alpena Power Company's network, it is subject to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for interconnection and operational compliance. The substation's location in Michigan places it within a region with diverse industrial and residential demand. Its role in the grid supports local community power needs, contributing to the stability and reliability of electricity supply in the area.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a mix of urban and rural areas, typical for Michigan's Lower Peninsula. Its operation involves standard electrical infrastructure considerations such as electromagnetic field management and oil containment for transformers. The facility's age and maintenance practices influence its environmental footprint, but no specific local ecological sensitivities are identified.
Frequently asked questions
DPI Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 45.065026, -83.424741.
DPI Substation is operated by Alpena Power Company, a utility serving the region.
DPI Substation operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations.
As part of the US electrical grid, DPI Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for interconnection and operation.
Substations like DPI step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring safe and reliable electricity delivery.