Overview
Reveille Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned by South Texas Electric Cooperative. It operates at 138 kV and 4.16 kV, serving the regional grid.
Reveille Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Texas, United States. Owned by South Texas Electric Cooperative, it plays a role in the regional transmission and distribution network. The substation operates at voltage levels of 138 kV and 4.16 kV, indicating it handles both high-voltage transmission and lower-voltage distribution. The substation is part of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid, which operates independently from the Eastern and Western Interconnections. ERCOT is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC oversight for reliability, though it has unique market rules. The facility's voltage levels suggest it serves as a step-down point between transmission and distribution, typical for rural cooperatives in Texas. As part of South Texas Electric Cooperative's infrastructure, Reveille Substation supports electricity delivery to member cooperatives and their customers. Its location in rural Texas underscores its importance in maintaining grid stability and power supply in less densely populated areas. The substation's operational status ensures continued service to the local community.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a rural area of Texas, characterized by semi-arid climate and sparse vegetation. Electrical infrastructure in such settings typically has minimal direct environmental footprint, but overhead lines and substations can impact local wildlife through collision risks and habitat fragmentation. The use of SF6 gas in switchgear, common in older substations, poses a greenhouse gas concern if leaks occur. However, modern practices aim to reduce such emissions.
Frequently asked questions
Reveille Substation is located in Texas, United States, at coordinates 28.414759, -99.258105. It is owned by South Texas Electric Cooperative.
Reveille Substation operates at 138,000 volts (138 kV) for transmission and 4,160 volts (4.16 kV) for distribution, indicating it serves as a step-down substation.
Reveille Substation is owned by South Texas Electric Cooperative, which also operates the facility. It is part of the ERCOT grid in Texas.
As part of the ERCOT grid, Reveille Substation is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC oversight for reliability. ERCOT has its own market rules and is regulated by the Public Utility Commission of Texas.
Substations like Reveille step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses. They also provide switching, protection, and monitoring functions to ensure grid stability.