Overview
Elizabethtown Substation is an operational electrical substation in Kentucky, USA, owned and operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative. It operates at 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
Elizabethtown Substation is an electrical substation located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States. Owned and operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative, the facility is part of the cooperative's transmission network, which supplies electricity to member distribution cooperatives across the state. The substation operates at a voltage level of 69 kV, classifying it as a sub-transmission or distribution-level asset within the broader grid infrastructure. As a substation in the United States, Elizabethtown Substation operates under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity transactions and must comply with reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). The facility's 69 kV voltage level is typical for regional power distribution, stepping down higher transmission voltages for local delivery. East Kentucky Power Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative, manages this substation as part of its network serving rural and suburban communities in central Kentucky. The substation plays a critical role in maintaining grid stability and reliability for the surrounding area. By facilitating voltage transformation and power distribution, it supports residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Elizabethtown region. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the local community, contributing to the overall resilience of Kentucky's electrical infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a mixed urban and rural area of central Kentucky, where the local grid supports a diverse mix of residential, agricultural, and light industrial loads. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a role in distributing power from higher-voltage transmission lines to local distribution networks. The facility's operation is subject to environmental regulations regarding electromagnetic fields, oil containment for transformers, and noise control, typical for substations in populated areas.
Frequently asked questions
Elizabethtown Substation is located in Elizabethtown, Kentucky, United States, at coordinates 37.715480, -85.887131.
Elizabethtown Substation is owned and operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative serving member cooperatives in Kentucky.
Elizabethtown Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations in the United States.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets. Facilities like Elizabethtown also adhere to local and state electrical codes.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down higher transmission voltages (e.g., 138 kV or 230 kV) for distribution to local networks, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.