Overview
Station 175 is an operational electrical substation owned by Rochester Gas & Electric in New York, United States. It operates at 34.5 kV, serving the regional power grid.
Station 175 is an electrical substation located in New York, United States, owned and operated by Rochester Gas & Electric. The facility is operational and plays a role in the regional electrical infrastructure, stepping down transmission voltages for local distribution. Operating at 34.5 kV, Station 175 is a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level assets in the United States. As part of the Rochester Gas & Electric network, it is subject to NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations, ensuring grid stability and compliance with federal and state requirements. The substation supports the local community by providing reliable electricity distribution. Its location in rural New York contributes to the resilience of the regional grid, serving residential and commercial customers in the area.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a rural area of New York, where the surrounding landscape includes forests and agricultural land. The facility's operation is designed to minimize environmental impact through standard mitigation measures such as noise control and vegetation management. Its voltage level and location influence its role in grid stability and local power distribution.
Frequently asked questions
Station 175 is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 42.340331, -78.120953.
Station 175 operates at 34.5 kV, which is a medium voltage typical for distribution substations.
Station 175 is owned and operated by Rochester Gas & Electric, a utility serving the New York region.
Substations in the United States are subject to NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for interstate electricity transmission.
A distribution substation steps down transmission voltages to lower levels for local distribution to homes and businesses.