Starrsville Substation - Georgia Power 115 kV Substation in Georgia, USA

Starrsville Substation is an electrical substation located in Georgia, United States, owned and operated by Georgia Power. The facility operates at a voltage of 115 kV, classifying it as a medium-voltage substation typical for distribution and sub-transmission networks. The substation operates under the regulatory framework of the North American Electric Reliability Corporation (NERC) and the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC), which set reliability standards for the bulk power system. Georgia Power, a subsidiary of Southern Company, is a major investor-owned utility serving the state. The 115 kV voltage level is common for regional power distribution, connecting transmission lines to local distribution networks. As part of Georgia Power's infrastructure, Starrsville Substation supports electricity delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers in the area. Its operational status ensures continued grid stability and power supply reliability in the region.

The substation is located in a rural area of Georgia, where the surrounding environment includes mixed forest and agricultural land. Electrical infrastructure like this can impact local ecosystems through electromagnetic fields and land use, though modern substations are designed to minimize environmental footprint. The 115 kV voltage level indicates a moderate scale of operation, with typical mitigation measures for noise and visual impact.