Overview
Robstown City Substation is an operational electrical substation in Texas, United States, owned and operated by American Electric Power. It operates at 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Robstown City Substation is an electrical substation located in Robstown, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by American Electric Power, the facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is typical for sub-transmission or distribution-level infrastructure in the United States. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, this substation operates under the regulatory framework established by the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). These bodies enforce reliability standards for transmission and distribution assets. The 69 kV voltage level places it in the medium-voltage category, often used to distribute power from larger transmission lines to local distribution networks. The substation's location in Robstown, a city in Nueces County, supports the electrical needs of the local community and surrounding areas. Its role in the grid contributes to the stability and reliability of electricity supply in the region, particularly for residential and commercial customers. The facility is part of American Electric Power's extensive network across the United States.
Environmental context
The substation is located in an urban area of Robstown, Texas, which is part of the South Texas plains. The region experiences a subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters, which can influence electrical demand patterns. The facility's 69 kV voltage level suggests it serves local distribution needs, potentially impacting nearby residential and commercial areas through electromagnetic fields and land use. However, substations of this scale typically have minimal direct environmental impact beyond their immediate footprint.
Frequently asked questions
Robstown City Substation is located in Robstown, Texas, United States, at coordinates 27.800445, -97.661746.
Robstown City Substation operates at a voltage of 69 kV, which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
Robstown City Substation is owned and operated by American Electric Power, a major utility company in the United States.
In the United States, substations like Robstown City Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, which ensure grid stability and safety.
A 69 kV substation typically serves as a distribution substation, stepping down voltage from higher transmission levels to supply local distribution networks for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.