Overview
Killeen Park Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Killeen, Texas, owned and operated by Oncor. It handles voltages of 138 kV and 12.5 kV, serving the local grid.
Killeen Park Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Killeen, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Oncor, a major transmission and distribution utility in Texas, the substation plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure. The facility handles primary voltage of 138 kV and secondary voltage of 12.5 kV, indicating its function in stepping down transmission-level power for distribution. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which enforce reliability standards for the bulk power system. As part of the Texas Interconnection, the substation is subject to the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) protocols, ensuring grid stability and compliance with NERC's Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) standards. The voltage levels suggest it is a medium-to-large substation typical of urban distribution networks. Environmental and operational significance includes its role in supplying electricity to the Killeen area, supporting residential, commercial, and military installations such as Fort Hood. The substation's urban location and integration into Oncor's network contribute to grid reliability and community service. Its age and specific equipment are not detailed, but typical substations of this scale incorporate modern switchgear and automation for efficient power flow management.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban area of Killeen, Texas, a region with a semi-arid climate and hot summers, which drives high electricity demand for cooling. The facility's voltage levels indicate it is critical for local grid stability, serving a mix of residential and commercial loads. Its proximity to Fort Hood, a major military installation, adds strategic importance. The substation's location in a developed area means it is subject to typical urban environmental considerations such as land use and electromagnetic field management.
Frequently asked questions
Killeen Park Street Substation is located in Killeen, Texas, United States, at coordinates 31.125690, -97.729455.
The substation is owned and operated by Oncor, a major electric transmission and distribution utility serving Texas.
The substation handles primary voltage of 138 kV and secondary voltage of 12.5 kV, typical for stepping down transmission power for distribution.
As part of the US grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. In Texas, it also follows ERCOT protocols for grid operation.
The substation distributes electricity to the Killeen area, including residential, commercial, and military loads such as Fort Hood, supporting grid stability and reliability.