Overview
San Angelo Avenue N Substation is an operational electrical substation in San Angelo, Texas, owned and operated by American Electric Power. It operates at 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
San Angelo Avenue N Substation is an electrical substation located in San Angelo, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by American Electric Power, the facility is part of the regional transmission and distribution network, stepping down voltage for local distribution. The substation operates at 69 kV, a common voltage level for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States. As a substation within the American Electric Power system, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) and must comply with North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) reliability standards. These standards ensure grid stability and security, including requirements for maintenance, protection systems, and operational coordination. The 69 kV voltage level indicates a medium-scale substation serving urban and suburban load centers. The substation plays a critical role in delivering reliable electricity to the San Angelo area. Its operational status contributes to the resilience of the local grid, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial customers. The facility's location in Texas, a state with a growing population and energy demand, underscores its importance in maintaining grid reliability and supporting economic activity.
Environmental context
The substation is located in San Angelo, Texas, a semi-arid region with hot summers and mild winters. The surrounding area includes urban development and open rangeland. Substations at this voltage level typically have a small physical footprint and minimal direct environmental impact, though they are essential for integrating renewable energy sources and managing grid stability in a region prone to extreme weather events such as heatwaves and occasional winter storms.
Frequently asked questions
San Angelo Avenue N Substation is located in San Angelo, Texas, United States, at coordinates 31.445126, -100.477390.
The substation is owned and operated by American Electric Power (AEP), a major investor-owned utility serving parts of 11 states.
The substation operates at 69 kV (69,000 volts), which is a common voltage for sub-transmission and distribution substations in the United States.
As part of the U.S. bulk power system, the substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, covering areas such as maintenance, protection, and cybersecurity.
A 69 kV substation typically steps down transmission voltage for local distribution, serving urban and suburban areas. It helps balance load, improve reliability, and integrate distributed energy resources.