Overview
First Avenue Substation is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by Ohio Edison. It handles voltages of 69 kV and 4.16 kV, serving the local grid.
First Avenue Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by Ohio Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, this facility plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 4.16 kV, indicating its function in stepping down transmission-level power for local distribution. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, this substation operates under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. Ohio Edison's facilities are integrated into the PJM Interconnection, a regional transmission organization that coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity. The substation's equipment likely includes circuit breakers, transformers, and switchgear compliant with IEEE and ANSI standards. The substation's location in Ohio places it within a region with a diverse industrial and residential load. Its operation supports grid stability and reliability for the surrounding community. Substations of this type are critical for maintaining voltage regulation and power quality in the distribution network.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban or suburban area of Ohio, where land use is a mix of residential, commercial, and industrial. Electrical infrastructure in such settings must consider electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure limits and noise regulations. The facility's design likely includes oil containment for transformers to prevent soil and water contamination. Vegetation management around transmission lines is also a standard practice to maintain reliability and reduce fire risk.
Frequently asked questions
First Avenue Substation is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 40.765087, -82.503221.
First Avenue Substation operates at 69 kV and 4.16 kV, typical for a distribution substation stepping down transmission voltage.
First Avenue Substation is owned and operated by Ohio Edison, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy Corp.
Substations in the U.S. must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. Equipment often follows IEEE and ANSI standards, and facilities are integrated into regional transmission organizations like PJM.
Substations like First Avenue step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses. They also provide switching, protection, and voltage regulation to ensure grid stability.