Overview
Floyds Knobs Substation is an operational electrical substation in Indiana, United States, owned and operated by Duke Energy. It operates at 138 kV, serving as a key node in the regional transmission grid.
Floyds Knobs Substation is an electrical substation located in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, United States. Owned and operated by Duke Energy, the facility is part of the regional high-voltage transmission network, operating at a voltage level of 138 kV. This voltage class is typical for sub-transmission and distribution substations that connect bulk power systems to local distribution networks. As a Duke Energy asset, Floyds Knobs Substation operates under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. These standards ensure grid stability, cybersecurity, and operational resilience. The substation likely employs modern switchgear and protection systems, potentially utilizing IEC 61850 standards for substation automation. The substation plays a critical role in maintaining reliable electricity supply to the surrounding community and industrial customers in southern Indiana. Its location near the Ohio River corridor supports the region's economic activities, including manufacturing and logistics. The facility's operational status and voltage level indicate its importance in the local grid infrastructure.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural-suburban area of Floyds Knobs, Indiana, characterized by mixed residential and agricultural land use. The 138 kV voltage level suggests it serves as a distribution substation, with potential environmental considerations including electromagnetic field (EMF) exposure near residential areas and the need for vegetation management to prevent outages. The site's proximity to the Ohio River may require flood mitigation measures to protect equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Floyds Knobs Substation is located in Floyds Knobs, Indiana, United States, at coordinates 38.295048, -85.926318.
Floyds Knobs Substation is owned and operated by Duke Energy, a major electric power holding company in the United States.
Floyds Knobs Substation operates at 138 kV (138,000 volts), which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. For automation, IEC 61850 standards are often used for communication and control.
As a 138 kV substation, it steps down transmission-level voltage for local distribution, ensuring reliable electricity supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Floyds Knobs area.