Overview
Nevada Lincoln Hwy Industrial is a 69 kV substation in Nevada, Iowa, operated by Alliant Energy. It plays a key role in local power distribution under US NERC reliability standards.
Nevada Lincoln Hwy Industrial is a substation located in Nevada, Iowa, United States. Operated by Alliant Energy, it operates at a voltage level of 69 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage distribution substation serving industrial and commercial loads in the area. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), ensuring grid stability and compliance with reliability standards. As part of Alliant Energy's network, it supports the regional power grid in central Iowa, connecting generation to end users. This facility contributes to the electrical infrastructure of Story County, providing reliable power to local industries and businesses. Its operational status is active, and it forms part of the broader Midcontinent Independent System Operator (MISO) market, which manages the regional transmission grid.
Environmental context
The substation is located in an urban-industrial area of Nevada, Iowa, where land use is primarily commercial and light industrial. The surrounding environment includes agricultural fields and residential zones, typical of the Midwest. The facility's 69 kV voltage level indicates a moderate footprint, with standard electromagnetic field considerations managed through design and siting.
Frequently asked questions
Nevada Lincoln Hwy Industrial is a substation located in Nevada, Iowa, United States, at coordinates 42.023662, -93.515394.
Nevada Lincoln Hwy Industrial operates at 69 kV, a medium-voltage level typical for distribution substations serving industrial and commercial areas.
The substation is operated by Alliant Energy, a major utility company serving the Midwest United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, this substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring stable and secure power transmission.
A 69 kV substation steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, supplying power to industrial, commercial, and residential customers in the surrounding area.