Overview
Magazine Substation is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by American Transmission Company. It operates at 69 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Magazine Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Michigan, United States. Owned and operated by American Transmission Company, it serves as a key node in the regional transmission network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at 69 kV, a common sub-transmission voltage level in the United States. As part of the American Transmission Company's portfolio, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards, ensuring grid stability and security. Magazine Substation plays a vital role in delivering electricity to the surrounding area, supporting both residential and industrial loads. Its location in Michigan's Upper Peninsula contributes to the region's energy infrastructure, facilitating reliable power supply and grid resilience.
Environmental context
Located in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, Magazine Substation operates in a region characterized by cold winters and significant seasonal energy demand. The substation's 69 kV voltage level places it within the sub-transmission network, balancing local distribution needs with regional grid stability. Its rural setting reduces immediate environmental impact, though proximity to natural areas necessitates careful management of electromagnetic fields and vegetation clearance to maintain operational safety and ecological compatibility.
Frequently asked questions
Magazine Substation is located in Michigan, United States, at coordinates 46.501554, -84.354905.
Magazine Substation operates at 69 kV, a standard sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
Magazine Substation is owned and operated by American Transmission Company, a major transmission utility in the United States.
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, Magazine Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, serving as an interface between high-voltage transmission lines and lower-voltage distribution networks.