Overview
Elizabethtown 2 Substation is an operational electrical substation in Kentucky, United States, owned and operated by Kentucky Utilities. It operates at 69 kV voltage level, serving the local grid.
Elizabethtown 2 Substation is an electrical substation located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States. Owned and operated by Kentucky Utilities, the facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the Kentucky Utilities grid, this substation falls under the regulatory oversight of the Kentucky Public Service Commission and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The facility's 69 kV voltage level indicates it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down power from higher transmission voltages for local delivery. Kentucky Utilities, a subsidiary of LG&E and KU Energy, serves approximately 540,000 customers across Kentucky. The substation's location in Elizabethtown supports the electrical needs of the city and surrounding Hardin County area. Its operational status contributes to grid stability and reliability for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility is part of a broader network of substations that ensure efficient power distribution across the region.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a mixed urban and rural area of central Kentucky, near the city of Elizabethtown. The region experiences a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters, which can influence electrical demand patterns. The facility's 69 kV voltage level and distribution role mean it has a localized environmental footprint, primarily related to land use and electromagnetic fields. Standard mitigation measures such as vegetation management and stormwater controls are typically employed to minimize ecological impact.
Frequently asked questions
Elizabethtown 2 Substation is located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States, at coordinates 37.711562, -85.878452.
Elizabethtown 2 Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations in the United States.
Elizabethtown 2 Substation is owned and operated by Kentucky Utilities, a major electric utility serving customers in Kentucky.
Substations in the United States must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and are regulated by state public service commissions, such as the Kentucky Public Service Commission.
A 69 kV substation typically serves as a distribution substation, stepping down higher transmission voltages to lower voltages for local distribution to homes, businesses, and industries.