Overview
Nugent Sand Substation is an operational electrical substation in Michigan, United States, owned and operated by Consumers Energy. It operates at a voltage of 138 kV, serving the regional power grid.
Nugent Sand Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Michigan, United States. Owned and operated by Consumers Energy, the facility plays a key role in the regional electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission-level voltage for distribution to local consumers. The substation operates at 138 kV, a common voltage level for subtransmission systems in the United States. As part of Consumers Energy's network, it is subject to North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards and Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements. Located in a rural area near the shores of Lake Michigan, the substation supports the surrounding community's electrical needs. Its operational status and voltage level indicate it is a critical node in the local grid, contributing to the reliable delivery of electricity to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of Michigan, near Lake Michigan, which influences local weather patterns and potential environmental considerations. The 138 kV voltage level suggests it serves as a subtransmission facility, balancing grid reliability with land use. Its location away from dense urban centers reduces direct environmental impact, though it still requires compliance with environmental regulations for electromagnetic fields and stormwater management.
Frequently asked questions
Nugent Sand Substation is located in Michigan, United States, near the shores of Lake Michigan at coordinates 43.346423, -86.232241.
Nugent Sand Substation operates at a voltage of 138 kV, which is typical for subtransmission substations in the United States.
Nugent Sand Substation is owned and operated by Consumers Energy, a major utility company serving Michigan.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation, ensuring grid stability and compliance with mandatory reliability requirements.
A 138 kV substation typically serves as a subtransmission facility, stepping down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to local communities and industries.