Overview
Kellogg Substation, operated by DTE Energy in Michigan, is an operational electrical substation with voltage levels of 40 kV and 13.2 kV, serving the local grid.
Kellogg Substation is an electrical substation located in Michigan, United States, and operated by DTE Energy. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, handling voltage levels of 40 kV and 13.2 kV. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, Kellogg Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Substations of this voltage class are typically used for subtransmission and distribution, stepping down power from higher voltage transmission lines to serve local communities. The substation's location in Michigan places it within the footprint of the Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) regional transmission organization. Its operation by DTE Energy, a major utility in the region, underscores its role in maintaining grid reliability and serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the area.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a temperate climate, where seasonal weather variations can impact grid operations. Its location in a mixed urban and rural area of Michigan means it supports both residential and industrial loads. Typical substations of this scale are designed with environmental safeguards such as oil containment for transformers and noise mitigation measures.
Frequently asked questions
Kellogg Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 42.630049, -83.816100.
Kellogg Substation handles voltage levels of 40,000 volts (40 kV) and 13,200 volts (13.2 kV), typical for subtransmission and distribution.
Kellogg Substation is operated by DTE Energy, a major utility company serving Michigan.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Kellogg Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, as well as MISO regional requirements.
Substations like Kellogg step down voltage from transmission lines to distribution levels, enabling safe delivery of electricity to homes and businesses.