Overview
Grassland Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, operated by Middle Tennessee Electric. It handles voltages of 161 kV and 24.94 kV, serving the local grid.
Grassland Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by Middle Tennessee Electric. The facility handles transmission-level voltage of 161 kV and distribution-level voltage of 24.94 kV, indicating a medium-scale substation that steps down power for local distribution. As a substation in the United States, Grassland Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for transmission assets. The facility's dual voltage levels suggest it plays a role in both transmission and distribution, typical for substations serving suburban or rural areas. The substation is critical for maintaining grid stability in the region, providing reliable electricity to Middle Tennessee Electric's customers. Its operational status ensures continued service to the community, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial loads in the area.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a suburban area of Tennessee, with the surrounding environment characterized by mixed residential and agricultural land use. The facility's voltage levels and operational status indicate it is a key node in the local electrical infrastructure, with potential environmental considerations including electromagnetic fields and land use impacts typical of substations.
Frequently asked questions
Grassland Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, at coordinates 36.007536, -86.883577.
Grassland Substation handles transmission voltage of 161 kV and distribution voltage of 24.94 kV.
Grassland Substation is owned and operated by Middle Tennessee Electric.
As a US substation, Grassland Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and safety.
Substations like Grassland step down high transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses.