Overview
Dublin Substation is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by FirstEnergy. It operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 12.47 kV, serving the local grid.
Dublin Substation is an electrical substation located in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by FirstEnergy. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 69 kV (transmission) and 12.47 kV (distribution), indicating it serves as a step-down substation connecting the high-voltage transmission grid to lower-voltage distribution networks. As part of FirstEnergy's infrastructure, it is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations for grid stability and security. Located in Ohio, the substation supports the electrical needs of the surrounding community and industrial base. Its role in voltage transformation is critical for maintaining reliable power delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region, contributing to the overall resilience of the local electrical infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a mix of urban and rural areas, typical of Ohio's landscape. Electrical infrastructure like Dublin Substation must consider environmental factors such as land use, proximity to sensitive habitats, and electromagnetic field management. The facility's operation adheres to standard environmental practices for substations, including oil containment for transformers and noise mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
Dublin Substation is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 40.815812, -81.582157.
Dublin Substation operates at 69 kV (transmission) and 12.47 kV (distribution), serving as a step-down substation.
Dublin Substation is owned and operated by FirstEnergy, a major electric utility in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Dublin Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution infrastructure.
Substations like Dublin transform voltage levels between transmission and distribution networks, ensuring safe and efficient power delivery to end users.