Overview
North Bluffton Substation is an operational electrical substation owned by AEP Ohio in the United States. It operates at 69 kV, serving regional grid stability.
North Bluffton Substation is an operational electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by AEP Ohio. The facility operates at a voltage of 69 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level infrastructure in the region. As part of AEP Ohio's network, the substation falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. These standards ensure grid stability and require adherence to protocols for voltage regulation, maintenance, and cybersecurity. The substation plays a key role in local electricity distribution, supporting residential and commercial loads in the surrounding area. Its operational status contributes to the reliability of the regional power grid, with AEP Ohio's maintenance practices aligned with industry standards for substation automation and safety.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Ohio, where the surrounding landscape includes agricultural fields and scattered residential developments. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a distribution role, with lower environmental impact compared to high-voltage transmission lines.
Frequently asked questions
North Bluffton Substation is located in the United States, near Bluffton, Ohio, at coordinates 40.937738, -83.879425.
North Bluffton Substation operates at 69 kV, which is a medium voltage level typical for distribution substations.
The substation is owned and operated by AEP Ohio, a major electric utility serving parts of Ohio.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, including requirements for grid stability, maintenance, and cybersecurity.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for distribution to local areas, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers.