Overview
Indian Trail Substation is an operational electrical substation in Spokane, Washington, owned and operated by Avista. It operates at 115 kV, serving the local grid.
Indian Trail Substation is a 115 kV electrical substation located in Spokane, Washington, United States. Owned and operated by Avista, the facility plays a key role in regional power distribution, stepping down transmission voltage for local consumption. As a 115 kV substation, it operates at a standard sub-transmission voltage level common in North America. The facility is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. Avista, as the utility, manages the substation within the broader Pacific Northwest power system. The substation supports the Spokane area's electrical infrastructure, contributing to reliable service for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its operational status and voltage level indicate a medium-scale facility critical to local grid stability and community energy needs.
Environmental context
The substation is located in an urbanized area of Spokane, Washington, where electrical infrastructure is integrated into the built environment. The 115 kV voltage level is typical for sub-transmission, balancing efficiency and safety. The facility's design and operation consider local environmental factors such as climate and proximity to residential areas, with standard mitigation measures for electromagnetic fields and noise.
Frequently asked questions
Indian Trail Substation is located in Spokane, Washington, United States, at coordinates 47.759029, -117.496871.
Indian Trail Substation operates at 115 kV, a standard sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Avista, a utility company serving the Pacific Northwest region.
As part of the US electrical grid, Indian Trail Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and sub-transmission facilities.
A 115 kV substation steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, ensuring reliable electricity supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the Spokane area.