Overview
Roper Industries Substation #2 is an operational substation in Georgia, United States, operated by Georgia Power. It operates at 46 kV, serving local industrial and residential loads.
Roper Industries Substation #2 is a substation located in Georgia, United States, and is owned and operated by Georgia Power, a major utility in the region. The facility is operational and plays a role in the local electrical grid. The substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is typical for distribution-level substations that step down transmission voltages for local distribution. As part of Georgia Power's network, it adheres to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and safety. This substation supports the electrical infrastructure of the surrounding area, contributing to reliable power delivery for industrial and residential customers. Its location in Georgia places it within a region with growing energy demand, making its role in the grid significant for local economic activity.
Environmental context
The substation is located in a region with a mix of urban and rural areas, and its operation involves standard environmental considerations such as electromagnetic field management and noise mitigation. The local climate, with hot summers and mild winters, influences cooling and maintenance practices for electrical equipment.
Frequently asked questions
Roper Industries Substation #2 is located in the state of Georgia, United States, at coordinates 34.212839, -83.482120.
The substation operates at a voltage of 46 kV, which is a standard distribution voltage level in the United States.
The substation is owned and operated by Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company and a major electric utility in Georgia.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate electricity transmission. Additionally, equipment often follows IEEE standards.
A 46 kV substation typically steps down transmission-level voltages (e.g., 115 kV or higher) to distribution voltages for local delivery to industrial, commercial, and residential customers.