Overview
Nevada Nineteenth Street Substation is an operational electrical substation in Nevada, Iowa, owned and operated by Alliant Energy. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Nevada Nineteenth Street Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Nevada, Iowa, United States. Owned and operated by Alliant Energy, the facility plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level facilities in the United States. As part of the Alliant Energy network, it adheres to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and is subject to Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) oversight for grid stability and interconnection requirements. Located in a small city in central Iowa, the substation supports residential, commercial, and agricultural electricity demand. Its operational status ensures continued reliability for the surrounding community, contributing to the overall resilience of the regional power grid.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in an urban area of Nevada, Iowa, within a region characterized by agricultural land and moderate population density. Electrical infrastructure at this voltage level typically has a localized environmental footprint, with considerations for electromagnetic fields and stormwater runoff.
Frequently asked questions
Nevada Nineteenth Street Substation is located in Nevada, Iowa, United States, at coordinates 42.017175, -93.433424.
The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level facilities in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Alliant Energy, a major utility company serving the Midwest.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down higher transmission voltages for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area.