Overview
Lewistown Industrial Park Substation is an operational electrical substation in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, operated by Penelec. It operates at 46 kV, serving the local industrial area.
Lewistown Industrial Park Substation is a 46 kV electrical substation located in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, United States. Operated by Penelec, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, the facility is part of the regional transmission and distribution network serving industrial and commercial customers in the area. The substation operates at 46 kV, a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution in the United States. As part of the PJM Interconnection grid, it adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring stable and secure power delivery. The facility's equipment likely includes circuit breakers, transformers, and switchgear typical of medium-voltage substations. This substation plays a key role in supplying electricity to the Lewistown Industrial Park, supporting local manufacturing and business operations. Its location in central Pennsylvania places it within a region with diverse energy resources, including natural gas and renewables, contributing to grid resilience and community service.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a mixed urban-industrial area of Lewistown, Pennsylvania. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil containment from transformers, managed under environmental regulations. The site's proximity to the Juniata River requires careful stormwater management to prevent runoff. As part of the PJM grid, it supports integration of renewable energy sources, aiding regional carbon reduction goals.
Frequently asked questions
Lewistown Industrial Park Substation is located in Lewistown, Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.576567, -77.619731.
The substation is operated by Penelec, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, which serves customers in Pennsylvania.
The substation operates at 46 kV (46,000 volts), which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution in the United States.
As part of the PJM Interconnection grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and security.
The substation supplies electricity to the Lewistown Industrial Park, supporting local industrial and commercial customers, and contributes to the regional power distribution network.