Overview
Newfoundland Substation is an operational electrical substation in Newfoundland, Kentucky, operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative. It operates at 69 kV, supporting regional grid stability.
Newfoundland Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Newfoundland, Kentucky, United States. Owned and operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative, the facility plays a role in the regional transmission and distribution network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the East Kentucky Power Cooperative system, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. The facility contributes to the electrical infrastructure serving rural and industrial areas in eastern Kentucky. Its operational status supports the cooperative's mission to provide reliable electricity to member cooperatives and their consumers, underpinning local economic activity and community services.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of eastern Kentucky, a region characterized by forested hills and coal mining history. Electrical infrastructure here must balance reliability with environmental considerations, such as minimizing land disturbance and managing electromagnetic fields. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a distribution role, with lower environmental footprint compared to high-voltage transmission lines.
Frequently asked questions
Newfoundland Substation is located in Newfoundland, Kentucky, United States, at coordinates 38.128887, -83.098554.
Newfoundland Substation is owned and operated by East Kentucky Power Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative serving eastern Kentucky.
Newfoundland Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level substations in the United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, Newfoundland Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and operational safety.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, serving industrial, commercial, and residential customers in its service area.