Overview
Monmouth Park Substation is an operational electrical substation in New Jersey, United States, owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light. It operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV, serving the local grid.
Monmouth Park Substation is an electrical substation located in New Jersey, United States. Owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy, this facility plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV, typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, this substation operates under the regulatory framework established by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC). These bodies set reliability standards for the bulk power system, ensuring grid stability and security. The substation's voltage levels indicate it likely serves a mix of industrial, commercial, and residential customers in the Monmouth County area. The environmental context of this substation includes its location in a suburban area of New Jersey, where it supports the local economy and community by providing reliable electricity. Substations like this are critical for voltage regulation and power distribution, minimizing transmission losses and ensuring power quality for end users.
Environmental context
Located in a suburban area of New Jersey, Monmouth Park Substation operates in a region with moderate population density and a mix of residential and commercial loads. The substation's voltage levels (34.5 kV and 12.47 kV) suggest it serves as a distribution substation, stepping down power from higher transmission voltages. Its operation is subject to environmental regulations regarding electromagnetic fields, noise, and stormwater management, typical for electrical infrastructure in the United States.
Frequently asked questions
Monmouth Park Substation is located in New Jersey, United States, at coordinates 40.305537, -74.015328.
Monmouth Park Substation is owned and operated by Jersey Central Power and Light, a subsidiary of FirstEnergy.
Monmouth Park Substation operates at voltage levels of 34.5 kV and 12.47 kV, typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications.
Substations in the United States are regulated by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards for grid stability and security.
Distribution substations step down voltage from transmission levels to distribution levels, regulate voltage, and provide a point of connection for local power distribution to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.