Overview
Graceville Substation is an operational electrical substation in Graceville, Florida, owned by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 12 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Graceville Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Graceville, Florida, United States. Owned by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, it serves as a key node in the local power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for regional consumption. The substation operates with voltage levels of 115,000 volts (115 kV) on the transmission side and 12,000 volts (12 kV) on the distribution side, typical for a medium-voltage substation connecting bulk power to local grids. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, it adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring stable and secure power delivery. Located in the Florida Panhandle, Graceville Substation supports the electrical needs of the surrounding community and agricultural areas. Its role in the PowerSouth Energy Cooperative network contributes to the resilience of the regional grid, particularly important in a region prone to severe weather events.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of the Florida Panhandle, where the local environment includes agricultural lands and natural habitats. Electrical infrastructure like Graceville Substation must be designed to withstand hurricane-force winds and flooding, common in this region. The voltage levels and equipment age influence its environmental footprint, with modern switchgear reducing SF6 emissions and improving efficiency.
Frequently asked questions
Graceville Substation is located in Graceville, Florida, United States, at coordinates 30.963343, -85.539640.
Graceville Substation is owned by PowerSouth Energy Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative serving Alabama and Florida.
Graceville Substation handles transmission voltage of 115 kV and distribution voltage of 12 kV, typical for a substation connecting bulk power to local networks.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Graceville Substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Substations like Graceville step down high-voltage electricity from transmission lines to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring safe and reliable power delivery.