Overview
Drummonds Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, owned by Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation. It operates at 161 kV and 12.47 kV voltage levels.
Drummonds Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States. Owned by Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation, the facility serves as a key node in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 161 kV for transmission and 12.47 kV for distribution, indicating it functions as a step-down substation. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, it falls under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for grid stability. The facility is situated in a rural area of southwestern Tennessee, supporting residential and agricultural electricity needs. Environmental considerations for substations include electromagnetic field management and oil containment for transformers. The facility's role in the local grid ensures reliable power supply to the surrounding community, contributing to the region's energy resilience.
Environmental context
Located in a rural area of Tennessee, the substation's environmental context includes proximity to agricultural land and natural habitats. Substations require careful management of insulating oils and SF6 gas to prevent soil and air contamination. The facility's design likely incorporates stormwater management and spill containment measures to protect local waterways.
Frequently asked questions
Drummonds Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, at coordinates 35.468665, -89.893781.
Drummonds Substation operates at 161 kV for transmission and 12.47 kV for distribution, functioning as a step-down substation.
Drummonds Substation is owned by Southwest Tennessee Electric Membership Corporation, a member-owned electric cooperative.
US substations must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets, along with local utility requirements.
Substations transform voltage levels for efficient transmission and safe distribution, and provide switching, protection, and monitoring functions to ensure grid reliability.