Overview
Sac County Substation is an operational electrical substation in Iowa, United States, owned by MidAmerican Energy. It operates at 161 kV and 69 kV voltage levels, serving the local grid.
Sac County Substation is an operational electrical substation located in Iowa, United States. Owned by MidAmerican Energy, the facility plays a key role in the regional power distribution network, stepping down transmission voltages for local consumption. The substation operates at dual voltage levels of 161 kV and 69 kV, typical for sub-transmission and distribution applications. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), ensuring compliance with reliability standards for grid stability. Located in a rural area of Iowa, the substation supports agricultural and residential electricity needs. Its integration into the MidAmerican Energy network contributes to the reliable delivery of power across the region, highlighting the importance of substations in maintaining grid resilience and community service.
Environmental context
The substation's rural location in Iowa minimizes direct environmental impact on sensitive habitats. Its operation involves standard electromagnetic fields and potential oil containment from transformers, managed under environmental regulations. The facility's role in the grid supports efficient power distribution, reducing transmission losses compared to longer-distance lines.
Frequently asked questions
Sac County Substation is located in Iowa, United States, at coordinates 42.554762, -95.268847.
Sac County Substation operates at 161 kV and 69 kV, typical for sub-transmission and distribution in the U.S. grid.
Sac County Substation is owned by MidAmerican Energy, a major utility in the Midwest.
Substations in the U.S. must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and safety.
Substations step down high-voltage transmission power to lower voltages for distribution, and they also enable switching and protection of the grid.