Overview
HUSTISFORD is an operational electrical substation located near Hustisford, Wisconsin, United States, operating at 138 kV for regional grid stability.
HUSTISFORD is an electrical substation located in the United States, serving the Hustisford area of Wisconsin. The facility operates at a voltage level of 138 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution substations that connect local distribution networks to the higher-voltage transmission grid. This voltage class is common in rural and suburban areas across the US, providing reliable power to communities and industries. As a substation operating under the jurisdiction of the United States, it is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations for transmission-level assets. The facility likely includes switchgear, transformers, and protection systems that comply with industry standards such as IEEE C37 for high-voltage equipment. The 138 kV voltage level indicates it plays a role in stepping down power from higher transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation's operational status ensures continued electricity supply to the surrounding region. Its location in Wisconsin, a state with a mix of urban and rural areas, suggests it supports both residential and agricultural loads. The facility contributes to grid resilience by providing voltage regulation and fault isolation, critical for maintaining power quality and reliability in the area.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Wisconsin, characterized by agricultural land and scattered residential developments. The 138 kV voltage level indicates moderate environmental footprint, with typical electromagnetic field considerations and noise from transformers. The facility's design likely includes oil containment for transformers to prevent soil and water contamination, and vegetation management to maintain clearance from conductors. Its rural location reduces exposure to urban heat island effects but requires consideration of wildlife interactions, such as bird collisions with overhead lines.
Frequently asked questions
The HUSTISFORD substation is located near Hustisford, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 43.344642, -88.595463.
The HUSTISFORD substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is a common sub-transmission voltage in the United States.
The HUSTISFORD substation is currently operational, as indicated in the facility data.
Substations in the US must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission assets. Equipment often follows IEEE standards such as C37 for switchgear.
A 138 kV substation typically steps down power from higher transmission voltages (e.g., 230 kV or 345 kV) for distribution to local networks, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers.