Overview
Mansker Farms Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Mansker Farms Substation is an electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States, owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network, serving the Mansker Farms area and surrounding communities. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation's system, it is subject to reliability standards set by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) for grid stability and safety. The substation supports the local electrical infrastructure by stepping down voltage for distribution to residential and commercial customers. Its location in a suburban area of Tennessee contributes to the region's energy resilience and community service, ensuring reliable power supply to the growing population.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a suburban area of Tennessee, where land use is a mix of residential and commercial developments. The local environment is characterized by temperate climate conditions, with seasonal variations that influence electricity demand for heating and cooling. The facility's operation is designed to minimize electromagnetic field impacts and adhere to environmental regulations for noise and visual aesthetics.
Frequently asked questions
Mansker Farms Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, near the Mansker Farms area. Its coordinates are approximately 36.327012 N, -86.654027 W.
Mansker Farms Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
Mansker Farms Substation is owned and operated by Cumberland Electric Membership Corporation, a member-owned electric cooperative serving parts of Tennessee.
Substations in the United States, including Mansker Farms, must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate electricity transmission. Local state regulations also apply.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for distribution to local areas. It helps ensure reliable power delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.