Overview
Flintville Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, operated by Fayetteville Public Utilities. It operates at 46 kV, serving the local grid.
Flintville Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States. It is owned and operated by Fayetteville Public Utilities, a municipal utility serving the Fayetteville area. The substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, classifying it as a distribution-level facility within the regional power grid. As a substation in the United States, Flintville Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies establish reliability standards for the bulk power system, including voltage regulation, protection coordination, and maintenance practices. The facility's 46 kV voltage level is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations that step down power for local distribution. The substation plays a key role in delivering electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Fayetteville area. Its operation supports grid stability and reliability in the region. Fayetteville Public Utilities is a community-owned utility that provides electric, water, and wastewater services, emphasizing local service and infrastructure resilience.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Tennessee, surrounded by mixed agricultural and forested land. Its environmental context includes potential impacts on local wildlife and vegetation from electromagnetic fields and land use. The facility's age and maintenance practices influence its environmental footprint, with older switchgear potentially containing SF6 gas, a potent greenhouse gas. Proximity to water bodies may require stormwater management to prevent runoff contamination.
Frequently asked questions
Flintville Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, near the city of Fayetteville. Its coordinates are approximately 35.063868 N, -86.413731 W.
Flintville Substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is typical for a distribution or sub-transmission substation.
Flintville Substation is operated by Fayetteville Public Utilities, a municipal utility providing electric services to the Fayetteville area.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, which cover grid reliability, cybersecurity, and maintenance practices.
A 46 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers. It also provides switching and protection functions.