Overview
Hope West Substation is an operational electrical substation in Arkansas, United States, operated by Entergy Arkansas. It operates at a voltage of 115 kV, serving the regional power grid.
Hope West Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Arkansas, United States, and operated by Entergy Arkansas. The facility operates at a voltage of 115 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation within the regional transmission network. As part of Entergy Arkansas's infrastructure, it plays a role in distributing electricity to local communities and industries. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. In Arkansas, the Arkansas Public Service Commission oversees utility operations. The 115 kV voltage level is typical for subtransmission systems that connect distribution networks to higher-voltage transmission lines. Hope West Substation contributes to grid stability and reliability in the region by stepping down voltage for local distribution. Its location in southwestern Arkansas supports the energy needs of the surrounding area, including residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a region with a humid subtropical climate, which can influence equipment performance and maintenance schedules. The surrounding area includes mixed urban and rural land uses, with potential impacts on local ecosystems from electromagnetic fields and land use. However, substations typically have a small environmental footprint compared to other energy infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Hope West Substation is located in Arkansas, United States, near the city of Hope. Its approximate coordinates are 33.664429 N, -93.614033 W.
Hope West Substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is a medium-voltage level used for subtransmission and distribution in the electrical grid.
Hope West Substation is operated by Entergy Arkansas, a subsidiary of Entergy Corporation, which provides electricity to customers in Arkansas.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid reliability. State-level oversight is provided by the Arkansas Public Service Commission.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels (e.g., 230 kV or 500 kV) for distribution to local networks, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.