Overview
Rhinelander Paper substation is an operational electrical infrastructure facility in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States, operating at 115 kV voltage level.
Rhinelander Paper is a substation located in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States. It operates at a voltage level of 115 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution substations serving industrial or residential loads. The facility is currently operational and plays a role in the regional power grid. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the United States, which includes NERC reliability standards for bulk power system and FERC oversight for transmission-level assets. At 115 kV, it likely falls under distribution-level regulation by state authorities such as the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin. The facility's voltage level suggests it may serve local industrial or community needs. The environmental context of this substation includes its location in northern Wisconsin, a region with mixed forest and urban areas. The facility's operation supports grid stability and power delivery to the Rhinelander area. As a substation, it contributes to the reliability of electrical infrastructure in the region, with potential impacts on local land use and electromagnetic fields managed through standard utility practices.
Environmental context
The substation is located in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, a city in the Northwoods region with a mix of forested and urban areas. At 115 kV, it is a medium-voltage facility that supports local grid stability and power distribution. The site's environmental considerations include proximity to residential and natural areas, with standard mitigation measures for noise and electromagnetic fields typical of such infrastructure.
Frequently asked questions
Rhinelander Paper substation is located in Rhinelander, Wisconsin, United States, at coordinates 45.640066, -89.418875.
Rhinelander Paper substation operates at a voltage of 115 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
Rhinelander Paper substation is currently operational, serving the electrical infrastructure needs of the Rhinelander area.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards for bulk power system reliability and FERC regulations for transmission assets. State-level public utility commissions also oversee distribution-level facilities.
A 115 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for distribution to industrial, commercial, or residential customers, or interconnects local generation. It plays a key role in grid stability and power delivery.