Overview
LADWP Distributing Station No. 24 is an operational electrical 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, serving the local grid.
LADWP Distributing Station No. 24 is an electrical substation located in Los Angeles, California, United States. Owned and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), the facility is part of the city's electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltages for distribution to residential and commercial customers. The substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, typical for distribution substations in urban areas. As part of LADWP's network, it adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and is subject to regulation by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for its role in the bulk power system. The facility likely employs modern switchgear and protection systems to ensure grid stability. Located in a densely populated urban environment, this substation plays a critical role in delivering electricity to Los Angeles residents and businesses. Its operational status ensures continued service reliability, supporting the city's economic activity and quality of life. The substation's integration into the broader Western Interconnection grid underscores its importance in regional power distribution.
Environmental context
Located in the Los Angeles Basin, the substation operates in a semi-arid climate with hot summers and mild winters. The urban setting means the facility is subject to local air quality regulations and may incorporate SF6 gas management for circuit breakers to minimize greenhouse gas emissions. Its proximity to residential areas requires careful noise and electromagnetic field mitigation.
Frequently asked questions
LADWP Distributing Station No. 24 is located in Los Angeles, California, United States, at coordinates 34.200081, -118.532953.
The substation handles voltages of 34.5 kV and 4.8 kV, typical for distribution substations stepping down transmission voltage for local use.
The substation is owned and operated by the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), the municipal utility serving Los Angeles.
As part of the US bulk power system, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations. It also follows IEEE and ISO/IEC 61850 standards for substation automation.
This distribution substation steps down higher transmission voltages to lower distribution voltages, supplying electricity to residential and commercial customers in the Los Angeles area.