Overview
Icard Retail Substation is an operational electrical substation in North Carolina, United States, owned and operated by Duke Energy. It operates at voltage levels of 44 kV and 69 kV.
Icard Retail Substation is an electrical substation located in Icard, North Carolina, United States. The facility is owned and operated by Duke Energy, one of the largest electric power holding companies in the United States. The substation operates at voltage levels of 44 kV and 69 kV, indicating its role in subtransmission or distribution within the regional grid. The substation's voltage levels suggest it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down power from higher transmission voltages for local retail customers. Duke Energy's network in North Carolina is regulated by the North Carolina Utilities Commission and must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability. The substation likely includes switchgear and transformers typical of such facilities, with automation potentially following IEC 61850 standards. As part of Duke Energy's infrastructure, Icard Retail Substation contributes to the reliable supply of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Icard area. Its location in a rural-urban fringe area underscores its role in supporting local economic activity and community services. The substation's operational status ensures continued grid connectivity and power distribution.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in Icard, North Carolina, a region with a mix of residential and light industrial development. The local environment includes forested areas and proximity to Lake Rhodhiss, which may influence vegetation management and stormwater runoff considerations. As an electrical substation, its environmental impact is primarily related to electromagnetic fields, noise from transformers, and potential oil spill containment from equipment. Duke Energy follows environmental regulations for hazardous materials management and wildlife protection.
Frequently asked questions
Icard Retail Substation is located in Icard, North Carolina, United States, at coordinates 35.728909, -81.473304.
Icard Retail Substation operates at voltage levels of 44 kV and 69 kV, typical for subtransmission or distribution substations.
The substation is owned and operated by Duke Energy, a major electric power holding company in the United States.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability, as well as state-level utility commission rules.
A distribution substation steps down voltage from transmission levels to lower voltages for local distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring reliable power delivery.