Overview
LADWP Distributing Station No. 135 is an operational substation in Los Angeles, California, owned and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power. It handles voltages of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV.
LADWP Distributing Station No. 135 is a substation located in Los Angeles, California, United States. Owned and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), this facility plays a key role in the city's electrical distribution network. As a distributing station, it steps down transmission-level voltages for local distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, typical for urban distribution substations in the United States. It falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for wholesale electricity markets and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. LADWP, as a municipal utility, also adheres to California state regulations and local grid reliability requirements. Located in a densely populated urban area, this substation is critical for maintaining grid stability and power quality for thousands of customers in Los Angeles. Its operational status ensures continued service to the community, supporting essential infrastructure such as hospitals, schools, and businesses. The facility's age and equipment condition are typical for urban substations, with ongoing maintenance and upgrades to meet evolving demand and reliability standards.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban environment in Los Angeles, where air quality and electromagnetic field (EMF) considerations are relevant. Urban substations like this one are designed to minimize visual impact and noise, often incorporating landscaping or building-integrated designs. The surrounding area is densely populated, so the facility adheres to local zoning and environmental regulations to mitigate any potential effects on nearby residents and businesses.
Frequently asked questions
LADWP Distributing Station No. 135 is located in Los Angeles, California, United States, at coordinates 34.071880, -118.467319.
The substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, typical for urban distribution substations.
The substation is owned and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), a municipal utility serving the city of Los Angeles.
As part of the US electrical grid, this substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets. LADWP also follows California state regulations.
A distributing station steps down transmission-level voltages to distribution levels for local delivery to homes and businesses, ensuring reliable electricity supply in urban areas.