Overview
Dupont Edgemoor Substation is an operational electrical substation in Delaware, United States, owned and operated by Delmarva Power. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Dupont Edgemoor Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Delaware, United States. Owned and operated by Delmarva Power, the facility plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltage for distribution to residential and commercial customers. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the Delmarva Power 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 interstate aspects, as well as state-level oversight by the Delaware Public Service Commission. Located in an industrial area near Wilmington, the substation supports the local economy and community by ensuring stable power supply. Its operational status and integration into the broader PJM Interconnection grid highlight its importance for maintaining grid stability and meeting demand in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a mixed urban-industrial area near Wilmington, Delaware. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil leakage from transformers, though modern containment measures mitigate risks. The facility's location in a developed area reduces direct impact on natural habitats, but its role in the grid supports energy reliability for the surrounding community.
Frequently asked questions
Dupont Edgemoor Substation is located in Delaware, United States, near the city of Wilmington. Its approximate coordinates are 39.747847 N, -75.504856 W.
Dupont Edgemoor Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations in the United States.
Dupont Edgemoor Substation is owned and operated by Delmarva Power, a utility company serving the Delmarva Peninsula.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate transmission. State-level public service commissions also oversee local distribution.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down higher transmission voltages (e.g., 138 kV or 230 kV) to distribution levels (e.g., 12 kV or 34.5 kV) for delivery to homes and businesses, playing a critical role in voltage regulation and grid reliability.