Overview
Martins Hundred Substation is an operational electrical substation in Virginia, United States, owned and operated by Dominion Energy. It operates at 115 kV, serving the local grid.
Martins Hundred Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Virginia, United States. Owned and operated by Dominion Energy, the facility operates at a voltage level of 115 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation within the regional transmission and distribution network. As a substation in the United States, Martins Hundred operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Dominion Energy, a major utility in the Mid-Atlantic region, ensures compliance with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and security. The 115 kV voltage level is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations, serving to step down power for local distribution. The substation plays a critical role in the electrical infrastructure of the surrounding area, contributing to grid reliability and supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in Virginia places it within a region with growing energy demand, and its operational status ensures continued service to the community.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a region with a mix of urban and rural areas, and its operation involves standard environmental considerations for electrical infrastructure, such as electromagnetic field management and stormwater runoff control. The facility's age and specific environmental impact are not detailed, but typical substations in Virginia are subject to state and federal environmental regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Martins Hundred Substation is located in Virginia, United States, at coordinates 37.202731, -76.605141.
Martins Hundred Substation operates at 115 kV, which is a medium voltage level typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations.
Martins Hundred Substation is owned and operated by Dominion Energy, a major utility company serving the Mid-Atlantic region of the United States.
As a substation in the United States, Martins Hundred Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and security.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltage for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area.