Overview
Greeneville Industrial Park Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA) with a voltage of 161 kV.
Greeneville Industrial Park Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States. It is owned and operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally owned electric utility corporation. The substation operates at a voltage of 161 kV, placing it in the high-voltage transmission category, which is typical for industrial park substations serving large commercial loads. As part of TVA's extensive transmission network, this substation falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The 161 kV voltage level is common for subtransmission and distribution substations in the United States, providing power to industrial facilities and local distribution networks. The substation's location within an industrial park suggests it plays a critical role in supporting local economic activity by supplying reliable electricity to manufacturing and commercial operations. Its operational status indicates it is actively contributing to grid stability and power delivery in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an industrial park in Greeneville, Tennessee, a region characterized by a mix of industrial and rural landscapes. The area's electrical infrastructure must balance industrial demand with environmental considerations, such as minimizing electromagnetic field impacts and ensuring safe operation near residential areas. TVA's operations are subject to environmental regulations including the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), which may require assessments for new or upgraded facilities.
Frequently asked questions
Greeneville Industrial Park Substation is located in Greeneville, Tennessee, United States, at coordinates 36.194991, -82.727471.
The substation operates at 161 kV, which is a common voltage for subtransmission and distribution substations in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by the Tennessee Valley Authority (TVA), a federally owned electric utility corporation.
As part of the US electrical grid, this substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
The substation serves the Greeneville Industrial Park, providing reliable electricity to industrial and commercial customers in the area.