Overview
Junction is an operational substation in Springfield, Missouri, owned and operated by City Utilities of Springfield. It operates at 161 kV, serving the local electrical grid.
Junction is a substation located in Springfield, Missouri, United States. It is owned and operated by City Utilities of Springfield, a municipal utility serving the region. The substation operates at a voltage of 161 kV, classifying it as a high-voltage transmission-level facility critical for grid stability. As part of the United States electrical infrastructure, Junction operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These standards ensure reliability and security for the bulk power system. The 161 kV voltage level is typical for subtransmission or transmission applications, connecting generation sources to distribution networks. The substation plays a key role in the local power distribution network, supporting the electricity needs of Springfield and surrounding areas. Its operational status ensures continued service to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, contributing to the region's economic activity and quality of life.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Springfield, Missouri, the substation's environmental context includes proximity to residential and commercial zones. The 161 kV voltage level indicates potential electromagnetic field considerations, though standard siting practices mitigate impacts. Typical substations in the region use gas-insulated or air-insulated switchgear with minimal local environmental footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Junction substation is located in Springfield, Missouri, United States, at coordinates 37.216947, -93.361775.
Junction substation operates at a voltage of 161 kV, which is typical for transmission-level electrical infrastructure.
Junction substation is owned and operated by City Utilities of Springfield, a municipal utility serving the Springfield, Missouri area.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Junction substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission assets.
A 161 kV substation typically serves as a transmission or subtransmission node, stepping down voltage for distribution or interconnecting generation sources to the grid.