Overview
Sycamore Substation is an operational electrical substation in the United States, owned and operated by American Transmission Company. It handles voltages of 138 kV and 69 kV, serving the regional grid.
Sycamore Substation is an electrical substation located in the United States, owned and operated by American Transmission Company. The facility is operational and plays a role in the transmission network, with voltage levels of 138 kV and 69 kV, indicating it serves both high-voltage transmission and sub-transmission functions. 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 and oversee interstate electricity transmission. As part of the American Transmission Company's network, it contributes to grid stability in the region. The facility's location near Madison, Wisconsin, places it in an area with growing energy demand. Its dual voltage capability allows it to interconnect with both bulk power transmission lines and local distribution systems, supporting reliable electricity delivery to residential, commercial, and industrial customers.
Environmental context
The substation is situated in a region with a mix of urban and agricultural land use. Its operation involves electromagnetic fields and potential oil leakage from transformers, but modern containment measures mitigate environmental impact. The facility's role in grid stability supports integration of renewable energy sources, contributing to regional sustainability goals.
Frequently asked questions
Sycamore Substation is located in the United States, near Madison, Wisconsin, at coordinates 43.113134, -89.313223.
Sycamore Substation operates at two voltage levels: 138 kV and 69 kV, making it a dual-voltage substation that serves both transmission and sub-transmission functions.
Sycamore Substation is owned and operated by American Transmission Company, a major transmission utility in the United States.
As part of the US electrical grid, Sycamore Substation must comply with NERC reliability standards and FERC regulations for transmission-level assets.
Sycamore Substation helps interconnect high-voltage transmission lines with lower-voltage distribution networks, ensuring reliable electricity supply to the surrounding region.