Overview
Laceys Spring Substation is an operational electrical substation in Alabama, United States, operated by Joe Wheeler EMC. It operates at 161 kV, serving the local grid.
Laceys Spring Substation is an electrical substation located in Laceys Spring, Alabama, United States. Operated by Joe Wheeler EMC, it is part of the regional electrical infrastructure that supports power distribution in the area. The substation operates at a voltage of 161 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level facilities. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for transmission-level assets. As a substation owned by an electric cooperative, it plays a role in the local grid stability and power delivery to residential and commercial customers. Environmental considerations for substations like Laceys Spring include the management of insulating oils and potential electromagnetic fields. The facility's location in a rural area of Alabama reduces some urban environmental pressures, but it still must comply with environmental regulations regarding equipment maintenance and spill prevention. The substation's role in the community is to ensure reliable electricity supply to the surrounding area.
Environmental context
The Laceys Spring Substation is situated in a rural area of Alabama, where the local environment includes forests and agricultural land. Substations of this type typically have minimal direct environmental impact, but they require careful management of insulating oils and other materials to prevent soil and water contamination. The facility's operation is subject to environmental regulations that govern equipment maintenance and emergency response procedures.
Frequently asked questions
Laceys Spring Substation is located in Laceys Spring, Alabama, United States, at coordinates 34.530044, -86.602293.
Laceys Spring Substation operates at a voltage of 161 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
Laceys Spring Substation is operated by Joe Wheeler EMC, an electric cooperative serving parts of Alabama.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets. Additionally, they follow IEEE and ISO/IEC standards for substation automation and safety.
Substations are critical nodes in the electrical grid that transform voltage levels, switch circuits, and help control power flow. They ensure reliable electricity delivery from generation sources to end users.