Overview
New Holstein Switch Station is an operational electrical substation in Wisconsin, United States, operating at 69 kV. It plays a role in regional grid stability and power distribution.
New Holstein Switch Station is an operational electrical substation located in New Holstein, Wisconsin, United States. As a 69 kV substation, it functions as a switching point within the local transmission and distribution network, helping to manage power flow and voltage levels for the surrounding area. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes NERC reliability standards for bulk power system stability and FERC oversight for transmission-level assets. At 69 kV, this facility is classified as a sub-transmission or high-voltage distribution substation, typical for serving industrial, commercial, and residential loads in rural and suburban regions of the Midwest. The facility's location in eastern Wisconsin places it within a region served by major utilities and regional transmission organizations. Its role in the grid contributes to the reliability of electricity supply for the local community and supports integration of distributed energy resources as the energy landscape evolves.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Wisconsin, near agricultural land and small communities. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential impacts on local wildlife, though modern substations are designed to minimize such effects. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a medium-scale facility that is less intrusive than high-voltage transmission lines but still requires careful siting to avoid sensitive habitats.
Frequently asked questions
New Holstein Switch Station is located in New Holstein, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 43.955774, -88.089567.
New Holstein Switch Station operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission and high-voltage distribution substations.
New Holstein Switch Station is currently operational, serving as a switching station in the regional electrical grid.
Substations in the US must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets, along with state-level utility commission rules.
A 69 kV substation typically serves as a distribution or sub-transmission node, stepping down voltage from higher transmission lines or switching power flows to serve local industrial, commercial, and residential customers.