Overview
Guy Burks Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative. It operates at 138 kV, serving the local grid.
Guy Burks Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, it is part of the cooperative's distribution network serving rural and suburban areas. The substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level infrastructure in the region. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT), which oversees grid reliability in most of Texas. As a cooperative-owned asset, it is subject to state-level regulations by the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) and must comply with NERC reliability standards for voltage control and system protection. Guy Burks Substation plays a key role in distributing electricity to Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative's members, supporting residential, agricultural, and commercial loads in the area. Its location in central Texas places it within a region experiencing population growth and increasing energy demand, making the substation's reliability important for local community services and economic activity.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of central Texas, characterized by rolling hills and agricultural land. The local environment is subject to hot summers and occasional severe weather, including thunderstorms and winter storms, which can impact grid stability. The substation's design and maintenance must account for these conditions to ensure reliable power delivery.
Frequently asked questions
Guy Burks Substation is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 30.148139, -96.422871. It is owned and operated by Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative.
Guy Burks Substation operates at 138 kV, which is a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
Guy Burks Substation is owned by Bluebonnet Electric Cooperative, a member-owned electric cooperative serving parts of central Texas.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and safety. In Texas, facilities also follow ERCOT protocols and state regulations from the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for distribution to local networks, serving as a critical node for reliable electricity delivery to homes, farms, and businesses.