Overview
South Bend Generation Station is a 500 kV substation in the United States, supporting grid stability and power transmission in the region.
South Bend Generation Station is a high-voltage substation located in the United States, with coordinates 40.638571, -79.350596. It operates at 500 kV, placing it in the large-scale category for electrical infrastructure, critical for long-distance power transmission and grid interconnection. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), ensuring compliance with reliability standards for transmission-level assets. The 500 kV voltage level indicates its role in the bulk power system, connecting generation sources to load centers. As an operational substation, South Bend Generation Station plays a key role in maintaining grid stability and reliability in its region. Its high voltage capacity supports efficient power transfer, contributing to the overall resilience of the electrical infrastructure in the United States.
Environmental context
The substation's location in a rural or semi-rural area may involve considerations for land use and electromagnetic fields. High-voltage substations like this one are typically designed with environmental safeguards to minimize impact on local ecosystems, including measures for oil containment and noise reduction.
Frequently asked questions
South Bend Generation Station is located in the United States at coordinates 40.638571, -79.350596.
South Bend Generation Station operates at 500 kV, which is a high voltage level used for bulk power transmission.
South Bend Generation Station is currently operational, as indicated in its facility record.
As a US substation, it must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
A 500 kV substation is critical for long-distance power transmission, connecting generation plants to distribution networks and ensuring grid stability.