Map/SLI=Substation Abandoned? Rockaway Townsquare Substation - Operational 34.5 kV Substation in the United States

Map/SLI=Substation Abandoned? Rockaway Townsquare Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, near Rockaway, New Jersey. The facility operates at a voltage of 34.5 kV, classifying it as a distribution-level substation that steps down power for local consumption. As a substation in the United States, this facility operates under the regulatory framework established by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies enforce reliability standards for the bulk power system, ensuring grid stability and security. The 34.5 kV voltage level is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations that serve industrial, commercial, or residential loads. The substation plays a critical role in the local electrical infrastructure by providing reliable power to the Rockaway Townsquare area and surrounding communities. Its operational status indicates ongoing contribution to grid reliability, supporting economic activity and daily life in the region.

The substation is located in a suburban area of New Jersey, where electrical infrastructure must balance reliability with environmental considerations such as land use and electromagnetic fields. Typical substations in this region are subject to state and local environmental regulations.