Risk: Medium Substation Operational

NOVEC Moore Delivery Point Substation - Virginia Electrical Infrastructure

United States

Overview

NOVEC Moore Delivery Point is an operational electrical substation in Virginia, United States, operated by NOVEC. It operates at 230 kV, serving as a key node in the regional power grid.

NOVEC Moore Delivery Point is an electrical substation located in Virginia, United States, and operated by NOVEC. The facility is operational and operates at a voltage of 230 kV, classifying it as a high-voltage substation critical for transmission and distribution within the regional grid. As a 230 kV substation, it plays a vital role in stepping down transmission-level power for local distribution. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), ensuring compliance with reliability standards for grid stability. The substation supports NOVEC's service area, providing reliable electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Its location in Virginia contributes to the state's electrical infrastructure, which is part of the larger PJM Interconnection grid, one of the world's largest competitive wholesale electricity markets.

Environmental context

The substation is situated in a region with a mix of suburban and rural areas, typical of Northern Virginia. The local electrical infrastructure must balance growing demand with environmental considerations, such as land use and electromagnetic field management. The 230 kV voltage level indicates significant power transmission, requiring careful siting to minimize visual and ecological impact.

Frequently asked questions

NOVEC Moore Delivery Point is located in Virginia, United States, at coordinates 38.767521, -77.375002.

NOVEC Moore Delivery Point operates at 230 kV, which is a high-voltage level used for transmission and sub-transmission in the electrical grid.

The substation is operated by NOVEC, a not-for-profit electric cooperative serving Northern Virginia.

As part of the US electrical grid, NOVEC Moore Delivery Point must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.

A 230 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for distribution to lower-voltage lines, serving as a critical node for grid stability and power delivery to communities.
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