Overview
Hood Container Substation is an operational electrical substation in Louisiana, United States, owned by Hood Container of Louisiana, LLC. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local industrial grid.
Hood Container Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Louisiana, United States. Owned and operated by Hood Container of Louisiana, LLC, the facility serves as a critical node in the regional power distribution network, supporting industrial and commercial loads in the area. The substation operates at a voltage level of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications in the United States. As a substation, it facilitates voltage transformation and switching, ensuring reliable electricity delivery to end users. The facility is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations for grid stability and security. Located in Louisiana, the substation plays a key role in supporting the state's industrial sector, particularly the paper and packaging industry served by Hood Container. Its operational status ensures continued power supply to critical infrastructure, contributing to local economic activity and community resilience.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a humid subtropical climate, characterized by hot summers and mild winters. Louisiana's electrical infrastructure must contend with weather-related risks such as hurricanes and thunderstorms, which can impact grid reliability. The facility's 69 kV voltage level places it in a medium-voltage category, balancing efficiency and safety for local distribution.
Frequently asked questions
Hood Container Substation is located in Louisiana, United States, at coordinates 30.710189, -91.321555.
Hood Container Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is a common sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
Hood Container Substation is owned by Hood Container of Louisiana, LLC, a company in the paper and packaging industry.
As a US electrical substation, Hood Container Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and security.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for distribution to industrial and commercial customers, ensuring reliable power delivery.