Risk: Low Substation Operational

Fairwater Substation - 69 kV Electrical Infrastructure in the United States

United States

Overview

Fairwater is an operational electrical substation in the United States, handling 69 kV voltage. It plays a role in regional grid stability and power distribution.

Fairwater is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, with coordinates 43.736348, -88.863831. The facility operates at a voltage level of 69 kV, which classifies it as a medium-voltage substation typically used for subtransmission or distribution within the electrical grid. As a substation in the United States, Fairwater operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for transmission-level assets. The 69 kV voltage level is common for local distribution networks, connecting higher-voltage transmission lines to end-users. The facility's operational status indicates it is actively contributing to the electrical infrastructure. The environmental context of Fairwater includes its location in a region with typical temperate climate, where substations are designed to withstand seasonal weather variations. The substation's role in the grid supports reliable electricity supply to surrounding communities, and its operation aligns with standard industry practices for safety and efficiency.

Environmental context

The substation is located in a rural or semi-urban area of the United States, where the 69 kV voltage level supports local distribution networks. The facility's design and operation consider environmental factors such as weather resilience and minimal ecological disruption, typical for substations of this scale.

Frequently asked questions

Fairwater substation is located in the United States at coordinates 43.736348, -88.863831.

Fairwater substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for subtransmission and distribution networks.

Yes, Fairwater substation is listed as operational.

Substations in the US must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and safety.

A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for local distribution, serving industrial, commercial, and residential areas.
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