Overview
Lake Yankton Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by Xcel Energy. It operates at a voltage of 115 kV, serving the regional grid.
Lake Yankton Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by Xcel Energy. The facility operates at a voltage of 115 kV, placing it within the sub-transmission voltage class typical for regional power distribution. As a substation operating under the jurisdiction of the United States, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for transmission-level assets. The 115 kV voltage level indicates the substation likely serves as a distribution or sub-transmission node, stepping down power from higher voltage transmission lines for local distribution. The substation plays a key role in maintaining grid stability and reliability in its service area. Xcel Energy, a major utility in the region, operates this facility to ensure consistent power delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area near Lake Yankton, Minnesota. Its operation involves standard electrical infrastructure considerations such as electromagnetic field management and oil containment for transformers. The facility's voltage level and location suggest it supports local grid stability with minimal direct environmental impact.
Frequently asked questions
Lake Yankton Substation is located in the United States, near Lake Yankton in Minnesota. Its coordinates are approximately 44.2517 N, -95.8773 W.
Lake Yankton Substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations in the United States.
Lake Yankton Substation is owned and operated by Xcel Energy, a major utility company serving parts of the United States.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for transmission-level assets. These standards ensure grid stability and safety.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission lines (e.g., 230 kV or 345 kV) for distribution to local areas, or it may serve as a sub-transmission node for industrial customers.