Overview
Kennedy Plant Substation South is an operational 138 kV substation in Jacksonville, Florida, owned and operated by Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA). It plays a key role in the local electrical grid.
Kennedy Plant Substation South is a 138 kV electrical substation located in Jacksonville, Florida, United States. Owned and operated by Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA), the facility is part of the city's electrical infrastructure, supporting power distribution and grid stability in the region. The substation operates at 138 kV, a common transmission voltage level in the United States, and is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulations. As a JEA asset, it integrates with the broader regional grid managed by the Florida Reliability Coordinating Council (FRCC). As an operational substation, Kennedy Plant Substation South contributes to the reliability of Jacksonville's power supply. Its urban location underscores its importance in meeting the electricity demands of a major city, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's role in voltage regulation and load balancing is critical for maintaining grid stability.
Environmental context
Located in an urban area of Jacksonville, Florida, the substation's environmental context includes proximity to residential and commercial zones. Electrical infrastructure like this substation must manage electromagnetic fields and noise, while adhering to local environmental regulations. The facility's design and operation consider storm resilience, given Florida's hurricane risk, and may include measures to minimize ecological impact on surrounding habitats.
Frequently asked questions
Kennedy Plant Substation South is located in Jacksonville, Florida, United States, at coordinates 30.362967, -81.626250.
Kennedy Plant Substation South operates at 138 kV, which is a standard transmission voltage level in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Jacksonville Electric Authority (JEA), a municipal utility serving the Jacksonville area.
As part of the US electrical grid, Kennedy Plant Substation South must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, as well as regional requirements from the Florida Reliability Coordinating Council (FRCC).
A 138 kV substation steps down transmission voltage for distribution to local networks, ensuring stable power supply to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.