Overview
Retired Substation formerly 69KV in Southern Maryland, United States, is an operational substation managed by Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative, serving the local grid.
Retired Substation formerly 69KV is a substation located in Southern Maryland, United States, and is operated by Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional electrical infrastructure. As a substation, this facility is part of the transmission and distribution network that steps down voltage for local distribution. In the United States, substations are regulated under NERC reliability standards and FERC oversight for grid stability. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a sub-transmission or distribution substation, typical for serving rural or suburban areas. The substation supports the Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative's service area, contributing to reliable electricity delivery for residential and commercial customers. Its operational status ensures continued grid connectivity in the region.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Southern Maryland, where the electrical infrastructure supports a mix of residential and agricultural land use. The 69 kV voltage level is typical for distribution substations in less densely populated regions, minimizing environmental footprint while ensuring grid stability.
Frequently asked questions
Retired Substation formerly 69KV is located in Southern Maryland, United States, at coordinates 38.436107, -76.976254.
The substation was formerly a 69 kV facility, indicating it operated at a sub-transmission or distribution voltage level.
The substation is operated by Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative, a member-owned utility serving the region.
Substations in the US must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Substations transform voltage levels for transmission or distribution, and they include switchgear, transformers, and protection equipment to ensure safe and reliable power flow.