Overview
San Angelo Lake Nasworthy Substation is an operational substation in Texas, owned by Golden Spread Electric Cooperative, handling voltages of 69 kV and 12.5 kV.
San Angelo Lake Nasworthy Substation is an operational electrical substation located near San Angelo, Texas, United States. Owned by Golden Spread Electric Cooperative, the facility plays a role in the regional power grid, serving the local community and surrounding areas. The substation operates at voltage levels of 69 kV and 12.5 kV, indicating its function in both transmission and distribution. The substation's technical specifications include a voltage of 69000 V and 12500 V, typical for a step-down substation that connects high-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution networks. As part of the Electric Reliability Council of Texas (ERCOT) grid, the facility operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring stable and secure electricity supply. Golden Spread Electric Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative, manages this asset to support its member distribution cooperatives. Environmentally, the substation is situated near Lake Nasworthy, a reservoir that provides water and recreation. The facility's operation is critical for maintaining grid stability in the region, especially during peak demand periods. By stepping down voltage for local distribution, it enables reliable electricity delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers, supporting the area's economic activity and quality of life.
Environmental context
The substation is located near Lake Nasworthy, a man-made reservoir in west-central Texas that supports local water supply and recreation. The facility's operation is essential for grid stability in a region prone to extreme weather events, including heatwaves and occasional winter storms. Its voltage levels and proximity to urban areas influence its environmental footprint, with typical considerations including electromagnetic fields and land use.
Frequently asked questions
San Angelo Lake Nasworthy Substation is located near San Angelo, Texas, United States, at coordinates 31.362308, -100.450758.
The substation operates at 69 kV and 12.5 kV, typical for a step-down substation connecting transmission to distribution.
The substation is owned by Golden Spread Electric Cooperative, a generation and transmission cooperative serving member distribution cooperatives in Texas.
As part of the ERCOT grid, the substation operates under NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Substations step down high-voltage electricity from transmission lines to lower voltages for distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring grid stability and reliable power supply.