Overview
Gomez Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by Texas-New Mexico Power. It operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 24.9 kV, serving the local grid.
Gomez Substation is an electrical substation located in Texas, United States, and is owned and operated by Texas-New Mexico Power. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local use. The substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 24.9 kV, which are typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications. As part of the Texas-New Mexico Power system, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and must comply with NERC reliability standards to ensure grid stability. The substation's location in a rural area of Texas contributes to the reliability of electricity supply for surrounding communities and industrial customers. Its operation supports the broader ERCOT grid, which manages the majority of Texas's electric load, and helps maintain voltage stability and power quality in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a semi-arid region of Texas, where extreme weather events such as droughts and heatwaves can stress the electrical grid. The facility's design and maintenance must account for these conditions to ensure reliable operation. As a distribution-level substation, its environmental footprint is relatively low, primarily involving land use and potential electromagnetic field considerations.
Frequently asked questions
Gomez Substation is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 31.037000, -103.024576.
Gomez Substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 24.9 kV, which are typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications.
Gomez Substation is owned and operated by Texas-New Mexico Power, a utility company serving parts of Texas and New Mexico.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and are regulated by state public utility commissions, such as the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT).
Substations are critical nodes in the electrical grid that transform voltage levels, switch circuits, and help maintain grid stability and reliability.