Overview
Poasttown Substation is an operational electrical substation in Ohio, United States, owned and operated by Duke Energy. It operates at a voltage of 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Poasttown Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Ohio, United States. Owned and operated by Duke Energy, the facility is part of the regional transmission and distribution network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, a common sub-transmission level in the United States. As part of Duke Energy's infrastructure, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulation for grid stability and security. The facility likely includes switchgear and transformers typical for this voltage class. As a substation in a rural or suburban area of Ohio, Poasttown Substation plays a key role in maintaining reliable electricity supply to surrounding communities. Its operation supports Duke Energy's broader grid obligations under regional transmission organization oversight.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a mixed rural-suburban area of Ohio, where electrical infrastructure supports residential and agricultural loads. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a sub-transmission role, with moderate environmental footprint primarily related to land use and electromagnetic fields. Duke Energy's operations are subject to state and federal environmental regulations.
Frequently asked questions
Poasttown Substation is located in Ohio, United States, at coordinates 39.564987, -84.381481.
Poasttown Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is a common sub-transmission voltage level in the United States.
Poasttown Substation is owned and operated by Duke Energy, a major utility company in the United States.
As part of the U.S. electrical grid, Poasttown Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission and distribution assets.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down voltage from higher transmission levels for local distribution, serving residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the surrounding area.