Overview
Hogan North Substation is an operational electrical substation in Portland, Oregon, owned and operated by Portland General Electric. It handles voltages of 115 kV and 13 kV, serving the local grid.
Hogan North Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Portland, Oregon, United States. Owned and operated by Portland General Electric, the facility plays a key role in the region's electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission-level voltages for distribution to residential and commercial customers. The substation operates at voltage levels of 115,000 volts (115 kV) for transmission and 13,000 volts (13 kV) for distribution, typical of medium-scale substations in urban areas. As part of Portland General Electric's network, it adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations, ensuring grid stability and safety. Located in a densely populated urban area, Hogan North Substation supports the electrical needs of Portland's growing community. Its strategic position within the grid enhances local distribution reliability and helps integrate renewable energy sources, contributing to the region's energy resilience and sustainability goals.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Portland, Oregon, where electrical infrastructure must balance reliability with environmental considerations. Urban substations like Hogan North are designed to minimize visual and noise impacts through enclosed structures or landscaping. The facility's voltage levels indicate its role in distributing power to residential and commercial areas, supporting energy efficiency and reducing transmission losses.
Frequently asked questions
Hogan North Substation is located in Portland, Oregon, United States, at coordinates 45.500953, -122.414414.
Hogan North Substation operates at 115,000 volts (115 kV) for transmission and 13,000 volts (13 kV) for distribution.
Hogan North Substation is owned and operated by Portland General Electric, a major utility in Oregon.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations to ensure grid stability and safety.
Hogan North Substation steps down high-voltage transmission power to distribution levels, serving residential and commercial customers in Portland and enhancing local grid reliability.