Overview
Stanton East Substation is an operational electrical substation in Stanton, Texas, owned and operated by Oncor. It operates at 138 kV and 69 kV, serving the local grid.
Stanton East Substation is an electrical substation located in Stanton, Texas, United States. Owned and operated by Oncor, the facility is operational and plays a role in the regional power distribution network. The substation handles voltage levels of 138 kV and 69 kV, indicating its function in stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. As part of the U.S. electrical infrastructure, Stanton East Substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC). Oncor, the owner and operator, is a major transmission and distribution utility in Texas, serving millions of customers. The substation's dual voltage levels suggest it connects high-voltage transmission lines to lower-voltage distribution networks, typical for substations in this region. The substation's location in rural West Texas places it within a grid that supports both residential and industrial loads, including oil and gas operations common in the Permian Basin. Its operational status ensures continued reliability for the local community and surrounding areas, contributing to grid stability in a region with growing energy demand.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a semi-arid region of West Texas, characterized by low rainfall and high temperatures. The surrounding area includes agricultural land and oil and gas extraction sites. Electrical infrastructure in this region must be designed to withstand extreme weather events such as heat waves and occasional thunderstorms. The substation's equipment is likely built to handle dust and high thermal loads, with minimal environmental impact from operations.
Frequently asked questions
Stanton East Substation is located in Stanton, Texas, United States, at coordinates 32.158705, -101.757948.
Stanton East Substation is owned and operated by Oncor, a major electric transmission and distribution utility in Texas.
Stanton East Substation operates at 138 kV and 69 kV, serving as a step-down substation between transmission and distribution networks.
Substations in the United States must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and safety.
Substations transform voltage levels, switch circuits, and protect the grid, enabling efficient power transmission and distribution to consumers.