Overview
Glen Lyn Substation is an operational electrical substation in Virginia, United States, owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company. It operates at a voltage of 138 kV, serving the regional grid.
Glen Lyn Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Virginia, United States. Owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company, the facility operates at a voltage of 138 kV, classifying it as a high-voltage substation critical for regional power transmission and distribution. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which enforce reliability standards for bulk power systems. As a 138 kV facility, it plays a key role in stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution, typical of substations in the Appalachian region serving industrial and residential loads. Glen Lyn Substation supports grid stability in southwestern Virginia, an area with a mix of mountainous terrain and industrial activity. Its operation by Appalachian Power, a subsidiary of American Electric Power, ensures integration with a larger transmission network that serves multiple states, contributing to reliable electricity supply for communities and businesses.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of southwestern Virginia, near the New River. The region's mountainous terrain and forested landscape influence transmission line routing and maintenance. As a 138 kV facility, it has a moderate environmental footprint, with typical considerations including electromagnetic field management and vegetation clearance for right-of-way corridors.
Frequently asked questions
Glen Lyn Substation is located in Virginia, United States, near the town of Glen Lyn. Its coordinates are approximately 37.37° N, -80.86° W.
Glen Lyn Substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is a common high-voltage level for transmission substations in the United States.
Glen Lyn Substation is owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company, a subsidiary of American Electric Power (AEP).
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, Glen Lyn Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and security.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltages for local distribution or interconnects transmission lines, playing a critical role in delivering electricity from generation sources to end users.