Overview
Station 218 is an operational electrical substation in New York, United States, owned and operated by Rochester Gas & Electric. It operates at 34.5 kV, serving the local grid.
Station 218 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 power distribution network, stepping down voltage for local consumption. Operating at 34.5 kV, Station 218 is a medium-voltage substation typical of distribution-level infrastructure. As part of the U.S. electrical grid, it falls under the regulatory oversight of the New York State Public Service Commission and must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and safety. The substation serves the Rochester area, supporting residential, commercial, and industrial electricity needs. Its integration into the broader grid helps ensure reliable power delivery and voltage regulation for the community.
Environmental context
Located in upstate New York, the substation operates in a temperate climate with seasonal variations that can affect grid demand. The surrounding area includes mixed urban and rural land uses. Substations like Station 218 are typically designed with environmental safeguards such as oil containment systems to prevent soil and water contamination from transformer leaks.
Frequently asked questions
Station 218 is located in New York, United States, at coordinates 43.158931, -76.775115, serving the Rochester area.
Station 218 operates at 34.5 kV, which is a medium voltage level typical for distribution substations.
Station 218 is owned and operated by Rochester Gas & Electric, a utility serving the Rochester region.
Substations in the U.S. must comply with NERC reliability standards for grid stability and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets, though distribution substations like Station 218 are primarily regulated at the state level.
Distribution substations step down voltage from transmission levels to lower voltages suitable for local distribution to homes and businesses, ensuring reliable electricity supply.