Overview
Owl Hollow Substation is an operational electrical substation in Tennessee, United States, operated by Middle Tennessee Electric. It handles voltages of 161 kV and 24.94 kV, serving the local grid.
Owl Hollow Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Tennessee, United States. Operated by Middle Tennessee Electric, this facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission-level voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at two voltage levels: 161 kV for transmission and 24.94 kV for distribution, typical of medium-scale substations in the U.S. It falls under the regulatory oversight of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which enforce reliability standards for grid stability. As part of Middle Tennessee Electric's infrastructure, Owl Hollow Substation supports electricity delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the region. Its operational status ensures continued grid reliability and power supply to the surrounding community.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Tennessee, where the local environment includes mixed forest and agricultural land. Electrical infrastructure like this can impact wildlife through electromagnetic fields and habitat fragmentation, though modern substations are designed to minimize such effects. The site's voltage levels indicate it is a critical node for grid stability, requiring careful maintenance to prevent outages that could affect local ecosystems and communities.
Frequently asked questions
Owl Hollow Substation is located in Tennessee, United States, at coordinates 35.752003, -86.867332.
Owl Hollow Substation operates at 161 kV for transmission and 24.94 kV for distribution, typical for a medium-voltage substation.
The substation is operated by Middle Tennessee Electric, a utility serving the region.
As a U.S. electrical substation, it must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for grid stability and safety.
Substations like Owl Hollow step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring reliable electricity supply.