Overview
Orvilla Substation is an operational electrical substation in Pennsylvania, United States, owned and operated by PPL. It operates at 69 kV, serving as a key node in the regional transmission grid.
Orvilla Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Pennsylvania, United States. Owned and operated by PPL, the facility operates at a voltage of 69 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation within the regional transmission network. As a PPL-operated asset, Orvilla 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. The substation's 69 kV voltage level indicates it serves as a distribution or sub-transmission facility, connecting local distribution networks to higher-voltage transmission lines. The substation plays a critical role in maintaining grid stability and reliability for the surrounding area. Its operational status ensures continued power delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's location in Pennsylvania places it within the PJM Interconnection, one of the largest regional transmission organizations in the United States.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a suburban area of Pennsylvania, where land use is a mix of residential and commercial developments. Electrical infrastructure like Orvilla Substation is designed to minimize environmental impact through proper siting and adherence to regulations. The 69 kV voltage level is typical for distribution substations, which have a localized footprint and are often integrated into existing urban or suburban landscapes.
Frequently asked questions
Orvilla Substation is located in Pennsylvania, United States, at coordinates 40.267156, -75.292576.
Orvilla Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for distribution or sub-transmission substations.
Orvilla Substation is owned and operated by PPL, a major energy company in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Orvilla Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 69 kV substation typically serves as a distribution substation, stepping down voltage from higher transmission lines to lower levels for local distribution to customers.