Overview
Mount View Substation is an operational electrical substation in Virginia, United States, owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company. It operates at 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
Mount View Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Virginia, United States. Owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company, the facility operates at a voltage of 69 kV, placing it within the sub-transmission or distribution voltage range typical for regional power distribution. As part of the Appalachian Power network, this substation is subject to regulatory oversight by the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a role in distributing power from higher-voltage transmission lines to local distribution networks, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers in the surrounding area. The substation's location in Virginia places it within the PJM Interconnection regional transmission organization, which coordinates the movement of wholesale electricity across multiple states. Its operational status ensures continued reliability for the local grid, supporting community energy needs and contributing to the stability of the broader electrical infrastructure in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region characterized by mixed terrain, including mountainous areas and valleys. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential impacts on local wildlife, though modern substations are designed to minimize ecological disturbance. The surrounding area may include residential and agricultural land uses, requiring careful management of noise and visual impacts.
Frequently asked questions
Mount View Substation is located in Virginia, United States, at coordinates 37.259305, -80.445590.
Mount View Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations.
Mount View Substation is owned and operated by Appalachian Power Company, a subsidiary of American Electric Power.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Mount View Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, and it operates within the PJM Interconnection.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission lines for distribution to local networks, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers.